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Homes in 44 UK areas told ‘prepare to turn off gas, water and electricity’

The Met Office is urging households to prepare for "intense" thunderstorms.

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Homes in 44 UK areas told ‘prepare to turn off gas, water and electricity’

The Met Office is urging households to prepare for "intense" thunderstorms.

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Daily Express broke the news in London, United Kingdom 4 hours ago on Wednesday, August 19, 2026.

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