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Yellow thunderstorm warnings extended as flooding disrupts travel

8/28/2026

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Met Office Extends Warnings

Met Office extended yellow thunderstorm warnings across England and Wales until midnight Thursday, August 27.
Nearly 700 homes lost power in Templeton, Pembrokeshire during the thunderstorms.
West Midlands Fire Service reported flooding in Birmingham as river levels rose overnight.
Environment Agency issued 24 flood alerts in the Midlands and South East, warning of flooding.
Transport operators warned of train and bus delays, road closures and dangerous driving from flash flooding.

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UK Heat Record

The UK recorded its first three days above 37 °C in 2026, a national heat record.
71.3 % of England stayed in drought, receiving only 34 % of normal August rain.
Environment Agency chief Philip Duffy warned that simultaneous drought and flood expose limits of short-term rain fixes.
Homeowner Ryan Goodwin said he called insurers after his conservatory filled with three feet of water.

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Met Office Extends Warnings

Met Office extended yellow thunderstorm warnings across England and Wales until midnight Thursday, August 27.
Nearly 700 homes lost power in Templeton, Pembrokeshire during the thunderstorms.
West Midlands Fire Service reported flooding in Birmingham as river levels rose overnight.
Environment Agency issued 24 flood alerts in the Midlands and South East, warning of flooding.
Transport operators warned of train and bus delays, road closures and dangerous driving from flash flooding.

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