SCOTLAND'S yellow weather warning for thunderstorms has been extended.
Parts of the country have today been battered with stormy weather, heavy downpours and flooding.
Stretching from south-west Scotland, across the central belt and up to the Highlands, the weather warning was initially set to last until 6pm this evening.
It has since been extended until 9pm.
More than 30,000 lightning strikes were already recorded up to 6am on Saturday as storms push northwards, although the Met Office said the "vast majority" had been over the sea.
As much as 50mm of rain could fall in some parts of Scotland.
Scots should also brace for strong gusts and hail along with the thunderstorms.
The Met Office said: "Thunderstorms are currently spreading northwards across Scotland.
"Torrential downpours, lightning, hail and strong gusty winds are possible.
"Take care if you are travelling and stay weather aware."
The forecasters said that spray and sudden flooding could lead to difficult driving conditions and some road closures.
But no major transport issues have arisen yet.
Further areas of heavy rain and some thunderstorms are expected to move north over the course of this evening.
We told previously how thunderstorms can trigger a rare phenomenon called "thunder fever".
Scientists believe that during a thunderstorm, pollen grains absorb moisture and split into smaller fragments and create a "super pollen".
Airborne allergens expert Max Wiseberg says this weekend's weather could be particularly bad for those with hay fever.
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