Thunder storm weather warning issued for Peterborough this evening

A yellow storm warning with thunder and lightning set to arrive in Peterborough tonight.

The Met Office have issued the warning for much of the south and east of England – including Peterborough and the surrounding area – from 7pm until 3am tonight.

The warning says: “Thunderstorms may bring disruption in some areas, especially to travel.

“What to expect:

Spray and sudden flooding could lead to difficult driving conditions and some road closures Where flooding or lightning strikes occur, there is a chance of delays and some cancellations to train and bus services, as well as possible power cuts There is a small chance that homes and businesses could be flooded, with damage due to floodwater or lightning strikes.”

The weather forecast for Peterborough from the Met Office is for rain to arrive in Peterborough from about 8pm, and last through the night. For more information visit https://www.metoffice.gov.uk/weather/warnings-and-advice/uk-warnings#?date=2022-05-18