THE Met Office has issued a weather warning for thunderstorms in Bradford this evening and overnight.

A yellow warning has been issued from 6pm today until 9am on Wednesday for thunder and lightning, which could lead to power cuts and travel delays.

The Met Office said: "Scattered thunderstorms moving north tonight and early Wednesday could lead to some power cuts and travel delays.

"There is a slight chance that power cuts could occur and other services to some homes and businesses could be lost

"There is a small chance of damage to property from lightning strikes, hail or strong winds

"There is a small chance of a few homes and businesses likely, leading to some damage to buildings or structures

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

The storms are unlikely, but if they do hit Bradford they are expected to have a fairly large impact.

The Met Office chief forecaster added: "Scattered thunderstorms are expected to moving north quickly across the UK overnight, clearing Scotland and eastern England by mid-morning on Wednesday.

"Although some places will miss the thunderstorms altogether, where they do occur there is the potential for frequent lightning, hail and gusty winds, as well as sudden downpours in a few places."