THE Met Office have issued a yellow weather warning for thunderstorms - which will affect the south and west of Gwent.

Slow-moving heavy showers and thunderstorms could cause travel disruption in a few places.

The Met Office have warned people to be prepared for:

  • Some flooding of a few homes and businesses likely, leading to some damage to buildings or structures
  • There is a good chance driving conditions will be affected by spray, standing water and/or hail, leading to longer journey times by car and bus
  • Delays to train services are possible
  • Some short term loss of power and other services is possible
  • Possibly some damage to a few buildings and structures from lightning strikes

The area likely to be affected reaches from west Newport in the south, up to Blackwood in the north.

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The warning will remain in effect until 8pm tonight.