Thunderstorm Warning Updated for Bradford and West Yorkshire

Strategic Insights -

A new thunderstorm warning has been issued by the Met Office, covering Bradford and the entire region of West Yorkshire. Initially issued earlier this week, the yellow weather alert has been updated with a new start time and additional information from the Met Office. The warning is in effect from 1am to 11:59pm tomorrow, with forecasters predicting multiple rounds of heavy showers and thunderstorms that may lead to some disruption.

Key Takeaways:

  • The thunderstorm warning covers Bradford and the entire region of West Yorkshire, with a new start time of 1am tomorrow and an end time of 11:59pm tomorrow.
  • Multiple rounds of heavy showers and thunderstorms are forecast, which may lead to some disruption.
  • Rain accumulations of 25 to 40mm are possible in one hour, with a small risk of over 60mm in two to three hours.
  • Frequent lightning is possible, accompanied by gusty winds, large hail, and the risk of surface water flooding.
  • Some areas could receive rain accumulations of 25 to 50mm over the course of a few hours.
  • The Met Office warns of possible difficulties with driving conditions, road closures, delays, cancellations to train and bus services, power cuts, and potential flooding of homes and businesses.

Statistics:

  • The thunderstorm warning covers a period of 23 hours (1am to 11:59pm).
  • Multiple rounds of heavy showers and thunderstorms are forecast.
  • Rain accumulations of 25 to 40mm are possible in one hour.
  • A small risk of over 60mm in two to three hours exists.
  • 50mm or more of rain may fall in one to two hours in some areas.
  • The risk of surface water flooding, lightning strikes, hail, and strong winds is high.

Sources:

  • Met Office, maintains a weather alert system with yellow, amber, and red warnings. Reference: [www.metoffice.gov.uk](http://www.metoffice.gov.uk)
  • A Met Office spokesperson provided additional information on the thunderstorm warning.