THUNDER and lightning broke out over Warrington and across the north west last night, Saturday. 

Earlier in the day the Met Office issued a yellow weather warning for the region, saying heavy rain and thunderstorms could potentially distrupt travel and power.

Take a look at the dramatic scenes captured by residents across the town.

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