Drivers in Northants warned to avoid driving during predicted severe downpours

According to the Met Office some areas of the county will miss the downpours but thunderstorms are likely in many places this afternoon and evening.

The weather warning states: “Please be aware of possible disruption to travel and localised flooding as well as frequent lightning.”

Police are advising motorists not to enter standing water when driving but take an alternative route

Slow down, extend braking distance and test brakes as soon as you have driven through surface water.

For information about flooding, visit the Environment Agency website at www.environment-agency.gov.uk