Londoners are preparing for possible flash flooding and travel disruptions due to a yellow thunderstorm warning issued by the Met Office. The warning is effective on May 12 from noon until 10 pm, predicting thunderstorms and heavy rainfall of up to 50mm in just 1-2 hours. The weather has the potential to create surface water flooding, especially in urban areas, alongside risks of power cuts. Despite the storm, warm weather is forecasted for the week ahead, with highs reaching 24C on May 13.
A yellow thunderstorm warning has been issued for London as thunderstorms and heavy rain are forecast, potentially causing flooding and travel disruption.
The Met Office stated: 'Thunderstorms developing across southern England on Monday afternoon may cause disruption...leading to some surface water flooding, particularly if this falls over an urban area.'
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