Drivers warned of weekend storms.Drivers are being warned to take care on the roads this weekend as severe weather is forecast. The Highways Agency says drivers may have to take care as Met Office forecasters predict severe rain and thunderstorms thunderstorms a storm characterized by thunder and lightning caused by strong rising air currents; identified as agents of animal disease because of their involvement causing (1) spasmodic colic; (2) lightning strike; (3) injuries of cattle acquired in stampedes initiated by storms. across the region. Up to an inch of rain could fall in come areas on Saturday with more to come on Sunday Sunday: see Sabbath; week. . This may also be accompanied by gusty gust·y adj. gust·i·er, gust·i·est 1. Blowing in or marked by gusts: a gusty storm. 2. Characterized by sudden outbursts. winds, which could affect high-sided vehicles. A Met Office spokeswoman said: "We can't predict exactly where the heavier rainfall will be in the North, but it will be throughout the day and will include thunderstorms. Drivers should take care on the roads as the rain could cause surface run-off, making them slippery." Drivers can check the latest information on weather and road conditions before they set off by going to www.metoffice.gov.uk |
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