Thunderstorms set to hit Edinburgh as Met Office issues UK-wide warning

Thunderstorms are forecast to hit Edinburgh tonight, leading to possible power cuts and travel disruption.
The Met Office has issued a UK-wide warning. Pic: Met Office/Anna_Pushkareva-ShutterstockThe Met Office has issued a UK-wide warning. Pic: Met Office/Anna_Pushkareva-Shutterstock
The Met Office has issued a UK-wide warning. Pic: Met Office/Anna_Pushkareva-Shutterstock
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It will follow a warm and humid day in the Capital, with temperatures expected to reach between 27c and 28c, which would make it the highest temperature recorded in Edinburgh so far this year.

It adds that there is a "slight chance" of power cuts affecting homes and businesses and a small chance of a few properties being damaged.

There is also a chance driving conditions will be worsened by water spray, standing water or hail, leading to longer journey times by car and bus.

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