Warning of more heavy rain and thunder for much of Wales

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Flash flooding affected roads in Cardiff causing problems for trafficImage source, Alison owen
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Flash flooding affected roads in Cardiff causing problems for traffic

Forecasters have upgraded a yellow warning of heavy rain for much of Wales and southern and central Britain.

The Met Office said the heavy rain , externalcould cause local disruption to travel and outdoor bank holiday events.

The warning, valid until 20:00 BST on Saturday, says some areas may see up to 30mm of rain in a few hours.

The forecast says south west and south Wales are likely to experience most rain, where the showers are slow-moving.

On Thursday, flash flooding affected roads in Cardiff causing traffic problems.

An elderly couple had to be rescued from their home as storms and intense downpours caused flash flooding across south Wales.

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