Thunderstorms and potential floods could hit town as warning issued


Thunderstorms and potential floods could hit town as warning issued

Bury could be hit with thunderstorms and flooding tomorrow after a yellow weather warning was issued.

The Met Office has predicted there to be "heavy showers and thunderstorms" which "may cause some localised flooding" in Bolton tomorrow, September 4.

A vast area of the country, reaching from the south west of Wales, across the Midlands and the North and up to Newcastle, could see the inclement weather from 2am to 5pm tomorrow.

The weather service says members of the public should expect spray and sudden flooding, which could lead to difficult driving conditions and road closures, as well as potential delays to public transport and power cuts.

The Met Office's website says: "Bands of heavy showers and thunderstorms are expected to move northeast across parts of England and Wales on Thursday. As showers progress northeastward they will become temporarily slow moving, leading to an increased chance of surface water flooding.

"Whilst the vast majority of places will have either non-impactful rain or remain dry, a few places within this area could see 30-60mm in an hour. Hail and lightning will be additional, possibly locally impactful, hazards.

"Consider if your location is at risk of flash flooding. If so, consider preparing a flood plan and an emergency flood kit.

"Prepare to protect your property and people from injury. Before gusty winds arrive, check to ensure moveable objects or temporary structures are well secured. Items include; bins, garden furniture, trampolines, tents, gazebos, sheds, and fences."

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