Heavy thunderstorms expected, with yellow weather warning for Berkshire and North Hampshire

We're being warned to expect heavy rain and thunderstorms this weekend, with a yellow MetOffice alert in place for Berkshire and North Hampshire.

It's in place until 10pm on Saturday and between 9am and midnight on Sunday.

We could get rainfall of up to 100mm in the next two days.

The MetOffice says it could lead to flooding and transport disruption in some places.

The MetOffice has issued the following information:

Spray and sudden flooding could lead to difficult driving conditions and some road closures.

Flooding of homes and businesses could happen quickly, with damage to some buildings from floodwater, lightning strikes or hail.

Where flooding or lightning strikes occur, there is a chance of delays and some cancellations to train and bus services.

Power cuts might occur and other services to some homes and businesses could be lost.

The MetOffice's advice for travelling in storms, rain and strong wind:

• Even moderate rain can reduce your ability to see and be seen. A good rule of thumb is ‘if it’s time for your wipers, it’s time to slow down’.

• If heavy downpours are expected, avoid starting your journey until it clears.

• If you can, choose main roads, where you are less likely to be exposed to fallen branches and debris and flooding.

• Use dipped headlights if visibility is seriously reduced.

• Gusts of wind can unsettle vehicles – grip your steering wheel firmly with both hands. This is particularly important when planning to overtake.

• Keep an eye out for gaps between trees, buildings or bridges over a river or railway – these are some of the places you are more likely to be exposed to side winds. Ensure that you maintain enough room either side of your vehicle so you can account for it being blown sideways.

• Roads will be more slippery than usual in wet weather – be sure to give yourself more time to react when approaching a hazard. Increase your following gap to at least four seconds from the moving traffic in front.

• Keep your eyes peeled on the road at all times as spray from other vehicles can suddenly reduce your visibility. Remember it affects others too, so anticipate their actions and be prepared.

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