Severe Weather Warning Issued for South of England and Wales

Heavy and thundery rain is expected to hit the county this weekend, with a yellow severe weather warning issued by the Met Office for all of Sussex, the South of England, and Wales. Forecasters warn of areas of heavy rain that may cause flooding, disruption, and power cuts, and have issued safety advice for those who must go outdoors. The stormy conditions could lead to difficult driving conditions, road closures, and delays or cancellations to train and bus services.

Key Takeaways:

A yellow severe weather warning has been issued by the Met Office for the South of England and Wales, including all of Sussex, due to heavy and thundery rain expected this weekend.
Forecasters warn of areas of heavy rain that may cause flooding, disruption, and power cuts, with 10mm of rain potentially falling in less than an hour in areas where storms develop.
Some places may see more than 50mm of rain, with a small chance of homes and businesses being flooded, causing damage to some buildings.
Where flooding occurs, there is a slight chance of delays or cancellations to train and bus services.
Spray and flooding could lead to difficult driving conditions and some road closures.
A Met Office spokesman warns that areas of heavy rain may become more persistent across western areas during Sunday daytime, while slow-moving heavy showers and thunderstorms are likely to develop further east.

Statistics:

Up to 10mm of rain may fall in less than an hour in areas where storms develop.
Some places may see more than 50mm of rain.
A small chance of homes and businesses being flooded, causing damage to some buildings.
Slight chance of delays or cancellations to train and bus services where flooding occurs.
Difficult driving conditions and road closures possible due to spray and flooding.

Sources:

"Severe weather warning issued for Sussex and rest of South" by The Argus
"Heavy rain to hit Sussex and rest of South" by The Met Office