The heatwave is set to be shattered by rain and thunderstorms this weekend, as the Met Office issues a yellow weather warning for Oxford.
Across the county, the heatwave has seen temperatures soar to 30°C, with daytime temperatures hotter than holiday destinations like Ibiza.
This week the Met Office also issued its first ‘extreme heat warning’ for the scorching weather.
The weekend will – literally – put a dampener on the hot weather as rain and thunderstorms are set to make an appearance.
Temperatures will drop from highs of 28°C to lows of 21°C.
The expected heavy rain and thundery showers pose risks for flooding and transport disruptions, prompting the yellow weather warning.
⚠️ Yellow weather warning issued ⚠️
— Met Office (@metoffice) July 21, 2021
Rain across much of England and Wales
Saturday 0000 – Sunday 2359
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What to expect:
- There is a small chance that homes and businesses could be 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
- There is a small chance that some communities will become cut off by flooded roads
- There is a slight chance of power cuts and loss of other services to some homes and businesses
The warning is in place from early Saturday morning until late Sunday night.
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