Weather warning issued for heavy rain in Surrey and Hampshire

HEAVY rain showers are expected to affect Surrey and Hampshire on Tuesday.

The Met Office has issued a ’yellow’ weather warning, with the heavy rain forecast to peak across the South East during the afternoon.

The highest rainfall accumulations are only likely to occur in a few spots where the showers become slow-moving, with 40mm to 50mm possible in only a couple of hours.

There is a small chance of flooding and power cuts, while lightning and some hail may also prove additional hazards.

The showers are expected to persist in the South East into the evening.