WEATHER experts have issued a warning for residents in Hampshire today as thunder storms and heavy rain hit the county.

Thunder, lightning and downpours brought warnings from the Met Office.

They issued a yellow alert warning of flooding in some places.

The heavy showers are likely to last for the rest of the day but dying down this evening.

The Met Office sdded: “Be aware of the likelihood of localised surface water flooding and difficult driving conditions.

“Rain and showers will become less heavy towards evening before clearing after dusk.”