Leeds residents take to social media after thunder heard across city - amid weather warning

The 'yellow' warning has been issued by the Met Office and covers from 9am on Monday (July 27) to the end of July 28.

The warning states: "Thunderstorms and heavy rain may lead to flooding and transport disruption.

"Spray and sudden flooding could lead to difficult driving conditions and possibly some road closures.

"Where flooding or lightning strikes occur, there is a chance of delays and some cancellations to train and bus services.

"There is a small chance that homes and businesses could be flooded quickly, with damage to some buildings from floodwater or lightning strikes."

The new warning comes just days after a heatwave across Yorkshire.

Many took to social media to complain.

One Twitter user said: "It's bucketing down in Leeds with thunder and lightening!"

Another added: "This weather is crazy. It was boiling last week, now this."

For more information on the warning, visit the Met Office by clicking here.