A YELLOW weather warning of thunder and lightning has been announced for South Cumbria.

A thunderstorm alert has been issued by the Met Office between 1pm today to 9pm tonight. 

The thunderstorms, which are set to hit Barrow, Ulverston and Millom, may bring some temporary disruption to travel and power supplies.

Possible damage to a few buildings and structures from lightning strikes is likely as well as some short term loss of power and other services.

There is a good chance that driving conditions will be affected by spray, standing water and/or hail, leading to longer journey times by car and bus.

Flooding of a few homes and businesses is possible.