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Flash flooding hits parts of the South East as torrential rain lashes Britain with three weeks’ worth set to fall in just one HOUR

The country is gearing up for thunderstorms which have the potential to give between 25 and 30mm of rain in just one hour

PARTS of the country has been hit by flash flooding as torrential rain lashes Britain.

Thundery showers are expected to sweep across the South East today and localised flood warnings have been put in place - with three weeks' worth of rain expected in a single hour.

People in Trafalgar Square in London try and shield themselves from the heavy rain this afternoon
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 People in Trafalgar Square in London try and shield themselves from the heavy rain this afternoonCredit: Alamy
This picture shows the rain in East London this afternoon
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This picture shows the rain in East London this afternoonCredit: @iScreamLemon : Twitter
There was also surface flooding in Plaistow in east London
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There was also surface flooding in Plaistow in east LondonCredit: @mrsinghssauce : Twitter
The glorious weather experienced over the last week appears to have come to an abrupt end as people run for cover from the rain in Trafalgar Square this afternoon
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The glorious weather experienced over the last week appears to have come to an abrupt end as people run for cover from the rain in Trafalgar Square this afternoonCredit: Alamy
Commuters, shoppers and tourists react to a sudden thunderstorm which brings a heavy downpour to Oxford Street
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Commuters, shoppers and tourists react to a sudden thunderstorm which brings a heavy downpour to Oxford StreetCredit: London News Pictures
Two men make a dash for cover this afternoon in Trafalgar Square
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Two men make a dash for cover this afternoon in Trafalgar SquareCredit: Alamy

The Met Office has said between 1pm and 11pm is when the worst of the weather is expected to hit after Brits have been out and about enjoying a week-long mini heatwave.

A spokesman said: "There is a risk of torrential downpours and a risk of flooding though most places are likely to miss the worst of the weather.

"The bad weather could lead to localised surface water flooding.

"A cold front is also set to push across the country which will mean it will feel fresher.

"Temperature wise, in London, we are looking at highs of 22C which is much cooler than the high 20's last week."

Flash flooding has hit parts of the South East as torrential rain lashes Britain
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Flash flooding has hit parts of the South East as torrential rain lashes BritainCredit: @iScreamLemon : Twitter
The Met Office has said between 1pm and 11pm is when the worst of the weather is expected to hit
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The Met Office has said between 1pm and 11pm is when the worst of the weather is expected to hitCredit: @mrsinghssauce : Twitter

A number of people have taken to social media to share pictures of the weather.

One user called, @iScreamLemon, tweeted to say she was trapped in her aunt's shop in east London alongside a video of the scene outside.

Another user called Mr Singh also posted a video from Plaistow in east London with the caption: "A 'little' rain in Plaistow, East London....pretty sure we have seen people drink this much water after trying chilli for the first time."

People shelter under umbrellas during afternoon rain showers in Westminster
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People shelter under umbrellas during afternoon rain showers in WestminsterCredit: Reuters
Caught in the thick of it ... Londoners brave the wet weather on Friday afternoon
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Caught in the thick of it ... Londoners brave the wet weather on Friday afternoonCredit: Reuters
Some found the humour in the flash flooding ... one Londoner was snapped mid-laughter as she crossed the street with her umbrella
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Some found the humour in the flash flooding ... one Londoner was snapped mid-laughter as she crossed the street with her umbrellaCredit: Reuters

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According to the Met Office, very humid air from France is to blame for the threat of thunderstorms which have the potential to give between 25 and 30mm of rain in just one hour and has led to a yellow weather warning being put in place.

Forecaster Emma Sharples added: "It’s a mixed start of summer. Temperatures will be down to around 21C on Saturday and the high teens on Sunday, after a weather front moves in.

Tourists take shelter as they hide from the rain in Westminster
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Tourists take shelter as they hide from the rain in WestminsterCredit: Reuters
A grey capital ... Big Ben could be seen against a striking grey backdrop on Friday
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A grey capital ... Big Ben could be seen against a striking grey backdrop on FridayCredit: Reuters

"There will be showers on Saturday and Sunday, with the North and West affected most but the South and East also at risk, with a higher risk on Sunday.

"A band of more persistent rain is possible on Monday."

Not dressed for it ... one Londoner finds himself caught in the worst of the wet weather
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Not dressed for it ... one Londoner finds himself caught in the worst of the wet weatherCredit: London News Pictures
The heavy thunderstorm also caught out locals enjoying the warm weather in the West End
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The heavy thunderstorm also caught out locals enjoying the warm weather in the West EndCredit: Alamy

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