Warning issued as torrential rain and lightning possible across Sussex

A Met Office warning for the South-East has been issued for torrential rain that could cause problems for drivers and lead to possible flooding on Sunday and Monday.

A statement says that “A band of heavy rain is likely to spread northward through Sunday (May 28) into (Bank Holiday) Monday, with some locally torrential downpours and thunder possible.

“There are early indications that this could result in some disruption, with sudden flooding of roads, transport routes, homes and businesses possible.”