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Met Office warns people in 81 areas to prepare ‘emergency kit’ ahead of flooding and thunderstorms

The Independent UK News · 27 August 2026 at 11:45

Met Office warns people in 81 areas to prepare ‘emergency kit’ ahead of flooding and thunderstorms

Forecasters have warned of potential flooding and disruption as thunderstorms batter the country

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Met Office warns people in 81 areas to prepare ‘emergency kit’ ahead of flooding and thunderstorms

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