Floods hit major city after drought as lightning strikes & streets underwater
THUNDERSTORMS have caused major flooding across Birmingham with the Met Office warning of incoming flash floods, lightning and hail.
TL;DR
- Birmingham experienced major flooding due to thunderstorms after a period of drought.
- The Met Office warned of flash floods, lightning, and hail, with some areas seeing water up to knee-deep.
- Cars were half-submerged, and some houses were affected by the flooding.
- A yellow thunderstorm warning was in place for parts of England and Wales.
- Travel disruptions and potential power cuts were anticipated.
- Lighter showers are forecast for Birmingham over the weekend.
- Unsettled conditions may continue for the rest of the country into the weekend.