Forecasters also claim there is a 'small chance' lives could be put at risk as a result of thunderstorms
The unsettled weather is expected to continue into next week when temperatures are tipped to return to the average for the time of year – following the September heatwave which gripped the country.There is also a “small chance” of power cuts or that other services to homes and businesses could be lost while some communities could also be cut off by floodwater.
Roads may be closed at short notice due to spray and sudden floods and “difficult driving conditions” are expected on those that remain open. She added: “The heaviest and most persistent rain will be tomorrow morning, bringing a risk of some potential flooding in homes and businesses.” She said the region’s weather will “remain unsettled” early next week, bringing “very changeable and autumnal” conditions.
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