The 40 UK areas hit with thunderstorm warning as flash flooding possible

The warning affecting Greater Manchester comes into effect at 7pm on Wednesday

Warnings for northern England, eastern Scotland and Northern Ireland will come into force later on Wednesday.

WeatherWales weatherThundery downpours are forecast with a flooding risk issued19:22, 18 Aug 2026Updated 19:29, 18 Aug 2026The Met Office has warned of a risk of flooding in north Wales this week as heavy rain returns after a long, dry summer. Following the driest July on record for Wales this year, Wales will see the

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