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40 flood alerts issued across England as thunderstorms leave homes underwater
Dozens of flood alerts have been issued across England after thunderstorms and torrential rain left homes underwater following weeks of scorching summer weather.
TL;DR
- 40 flood alerts have been issued across England, particularly in the Midlands, Yorkshire, and the South East.
- Thunderstorms are causing heavy downpours, with predictions of up to 75mm of rain in 12 hours in some areas.
- Homes in Birmingham have been damaged by flooding, with one resident describing water submerging their conservatory and damaging their living room.
- Staffordshire recorded 60mm of rainfall in 12 hours, and river levels are rising rapidly in Nottinghamshire.
- Yellow thunderstorm warnings are in effect across various parts of England and Wales until Friday morning.
- Despite the rain, 71.3% of England remains in drought, demonstrating the challenge of reversing prolonged dry conditions.