Summer weather July 25th 2019
As the UK recorded its hottest day ever for July, millions of people were left looking for effective ways to cool down.
While the current weather pattern driving hot air from the south will have delighted many sunseekers, there were warnings the sweltering temperatures could spark thundery downpours and flash flooding.
A yellow warning for thunderstorms was issued for most of England except the South West, and parts of Scotland from 3pm on Thursday until 4am on Friday.
Comments: Our rules
We want our comments to be a lively and valuable part of our community - a place where readers can debate and engage with the most important local issues. The ability to comment on our stories is a privilege, not a right, however, and that privilege may be withdrawn if it is abused or misused.
Please report any comments that break our rules.
Read the rules here