Watch the moment giant thunderstorm hits Leeds

This was the moment Leeds was hit with a torrential downpour as thunder rang out across the city.
Lightning strikes south Leeds.Lightning strikes south Leeds.
Lightning strikes south Leeds.

Lightning struck at around 4.30pm, followed by thunderclaps ranging from a low rumble to a loud, sharp crack.

-> The most shocking pictures as extreme weather causes floods across YorkshireThere was a brief downpour, catching some people heading home from work.

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A Met Office yellow rain warning is still in place across the city until midnight.

There is a 40 per cent chance of rain at 6pm, with a dry evening expected, according to the forecast.