A TORNADO warning has been issued for the Isle of Wight and surrounding regions today (Monday).

The UK's Tornado and Storm Research Organisation issued the alert at 1.50pm and it is valid until 7pm.

The area covers South East England, South East Central England, part of East Anglia, and the IW.

There is a threat of isolated, brief tornadoes and lightning.

There has already been a lightning storm off Ventnor and a weather warning issued.

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