Thunderstorm warnings for West Midlands as Cosford Air Show stays dry

Visitors at the sold-out RAF show, which is a highlight of the year for many, were able to enjoy sunny weather throughout the day.

However, thunderstorms, rain, and light wind which were are predicted for 4pm didn't materialise over Cosford, although weather warning were still in place from 6pm.

In Worcestershire, a road had to be closed after a tree came down and brought a power line with it. West Mercia Operations and Communications Centre tweeted saying the A4133 Holt Fleet was closed on Saturday evening after the tree fell following heavy rain.

The Met Office has declaring a yellow warning for thunderstorms in the West Midlands for the next 24 hours.

From midday until 9pm today and the same times on Monday,, the region can expect thunderstorms and torrential downpours, with potentially serious repercussions.

These storms will be slow moving and intense leading to some large accumulations of rainwater, with in excess of 30 mm in an hour for some locations and the potential for 60-80 mm or more in a few hours where thunderstorms align for a time.

Frequent lightning and hail are likely to be additional hazards.

The Met Office is giving the following warnings:

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

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

• Some communities might become cut off if roads flood

• 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

• Fast flowing or deep floodwater is possible, causing a danger to life

For tips on how to stay safe in a thunderstorm, go to the Met Office website.