Scotland issued thunderstorm warning as disruption expected this weekend

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A thunderstorm warning has been issued by the Met Office, as Scotland is set to be battered by rain, wind, and stormy weather.Meteorologists have confirmed that stormy weather is "expected to develop over parts of England and Wales on Sunday, then move north and northeast into Northern Ireland and parts of Scotland".Experts have noted that large, intense rainfall is expected, with between 30-50mm expected in under an hour on Sunday.As well as this, frequent lightning and large hail will also rain down on the nation, bringing disruption alongside it.Forecasters have noted that disruption is likely to occur, and people have been warned to expect the following:This warning has been put in place from 2pm on September 10, and will conclude on 11:59pm on the same day.The following regions will be affected:If you are worried about what to do during a thunderstorm, read on below for tips on how to stay safe in a thunderstorm.Check if your home is at risk of flooding, and if you are, then take these steps to protect your property when you need to:It is safer not to drive in thunderstorms but if you must drive you can do this more safely by:If you experience a power cut, it is better to be prepped in advance for this - and it's easy to do.The essentials that could help you cope with a power cut are:If your power goes out these simple steps can help you deal with the situation:For more information, visit the Met Office website for further advice on how to handle a thunderstorm. Don't miss the latest news from around Scotland and beyond - sign up to our daily newsletter here .