A yellow weather warning for heavy rain has been issued for a large part of the UK.

The Met Office warning covers the East of England, South East, East Midlands, West Midlands, South West, London and parts of Wales.

The warnings of heavy showers, perhaps thundery, are in place from 9pm Wednesday evening until 9am Thursday morning.

There is a small chance that homes and businesses could be flooded quickly, according to the warning, with damage to some buildings from floodwater, lightning strikes, hail or strong winds.

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The conditions could lead to fast flowing or deep floodwater causing danger to life. There is also a chance of delays and some cancellations to train and bus services.

This breaking news story is being updated and more details will be published shortly.

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