Map reveals UK areas at risk of tornadoes amid severe weather warnings

The Tornado and Storm Research Organisation (TSRO) issued a tornado warning

A weather map has highlighted the regions under a tornado warning as Brits brace themselves for a barrage of hail and lightning. Some of the Midlands is set to be impacted by the unusual weather phenomenon.

The Tornado and Storm Research Organisation (TSRO) map indicates that South West England, central south England, South East England, the south Midlands, parts of East Anglia and the Channel Islands are all at risk of facing severe weather conditions this evening. The hazards could include 50mph gusty winds, isolated tornadoes, occasional lightning and hail.

"Gusty winds, hail (perhaps up to 1cm diameter), and occasional CG lightning may accompany the stronger cores," the TSRO warned. "Additionally, isolated tornadoes are possible, especially if any mesolows [a small area where high winds could be present] form. Any such mesolows would produce a more focussed risk corridor for gusty winds and occasional tornadoes."

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This comes as storm clouds from the Atlantic move into the southwest before sweeping across the country. The Met Office has stated that the UK is likely heading into an "unsettled period" with ex-Hurricane Kirk set to hit Europe from midweek, potentially bringing disruptive weather for the rest of the country.

It further added that Monday and Tuesday will see a mix of sunshine and showers, with the heaviest and most frequent being in the west, while drier conditions are expected in the east. Unsettled conditions are likely to continue into the remainder of the week with the potential for disruptive rain and wind, reports the Mirror.

Met Office Deputy Chief Meteorologist Chris Bulmer issued a warning saying: "Kirk over the North Atlantic will lose its status as a hurricane early next week before being swept towards northwest Europe. The resulting low pressure system will still have the potential to bring disruptive rain and winds to some areas, including parts of the UK, from the middle of next week."

"There remains much detail to work out on the exact track and timing of the system. Across the UK, parts of England and Wales look to have the greatest risk of heavy rain and strong winds during Wednesday and Thursday.

"However, a more southward track of this system, which is equally plausible at this stage, would see the most disruptive conditions impact France. The need for warnings will be kept under review over the coming days, so it's important to stay up to date with the latest forecast."