Widespread thunderstorms and heavy rainfall are battering the UK this weekend, following Friday’s record-breaking heat when temperatures soared to 29.4°C in Santon Downham, Suffolk – the hottest day of 2025 so far. The Met Office has issued multiple weather warnings across the country, with some regions under amber alerts that warn of “danger to life” from fast-flowing or deep floodwater. Yellow thunderstorm warnings remain in place until 6pm today (Saturday, June 14) for large parts of the UK, including the South West, North East, North of England, Wales, much of Scotland, and eastern parts of Northern Ireland. Over 30,000 lightning … Continue reading 30,000 Lightning Strikes Batter UK as Met Office Issues ‘Danger to Life’ Thunderstorm Warnings