London weather: Tornado heralds weekend washout before 25C heatwave
Londoners faced torrential rain and even an tornado on Friday before a 25C heatwave next week.
www.standard.co.ukA London tornado rarely hits the city; historically notable cases include a 1954 tornado that injured several and caused roof collapses at railway stations, causing injuries and roof collapses at stations. A 2006 rare event in south London with reported injuries and property damage. Recent reports from 2021 describe a tornado-related incident in Barking with roofs and street furniture damaged during unsettled weather. Reports note a tornado heralding unsettled weather ahead of a 25C heatwave (source discussions) imply unsettled atmospheric conditions for the city. Rare tornadoes to watch for.