10-hours of storms to batter Lancashire as weather warning issued

The Met Office has issued a yellow alert for the whole of the county from 12pm on Sunday . It will remain in place until 10pm that evening.

According to the forecaster, heavy showers and thunderstorms could lead to some disruption in places. Flooding is also possible, and travel could be disrupted - particularly in isolated areas. Spray and sudden downpours could lead to difficult driving conditions. Lightning strikes could occur in some areas, which may cause delays and some cancellations to train and bus services. There is a slight chance that power cuts could occur and other services to some homes and businesses could be lost.There is a small chance of fast flowing or deep floodwater causing danger to life, particularly in places such as road and railway underpasses.

A spokesperson for the Met Office said: "Heavy showers and thunderstorms are likely to break out in the south of this area late Sunday morning and early Sunday afternoon, moving steadily north whilst growing into larger areas of rain before clearing the area. "Some intense downpours are possible in a few places, giving up to 30 mm in less than hour and perhaps 40-50 mm over two to three hours leading to surface water flooding. Hail, frequent lightning strikes and strong wind gusts will be additional localised hazards."

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