Amber warning: Thunderstorms and torrential rain for London

Thunderstorms and torrential rain are expected to move across England tomorrow (Saturday), starting in the South East.

These thunder storms and heavy showers bring a risk of localised surface water flooding as some drainage systems may not be able to cope with the intense rainfall.

There is also the possibility of flash flooding from rivers in urban areas and smaller rivers.

Environment Agency teams are out working across the region to minimise river flood risk, clearing debris from streams and unblocking culverts.

As the rainfall is expected to be intense, the teams are focusing in particular on rapid response catchments where the heavy rainfall could have the greatest impact.