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Thunderstorm warnings issued for parts of UK with flash flooding expected
Warnings for northern England, eastern Scotland and Northern Ireland will come into force later on Wednesday.
Rain arrives for some but is another UK heatwave on the way in September?
Some long range forecasts are suggesting autumn could be hotter and drier than average. Simon King explores whether a warm spell might be on the cards.
Weather for the week ahead. Video, 00:03:29
There's finally some rain in the forecast this week - but how much, and for how long?
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How soon will the drought be over?
Rain has returned to parts of the UK this week but is it enough to end the drought some regions are facing?
Is there a hosepipe ban in my area? What you need to know
Several UK water companies have hosepipe bans in place following prolonged hot and dry weather. What do they mean and who do they affect?
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