In pictures: Spectacular storms light up England skies
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Skies across England were lit up by lightning as thunderstorms hit overnight following the heatwave.
More storms are forecast for the rest of the week with lightning and torrential downpours predicted for many.
The Met Office has issued a weather warning covering most of the UK which stretches until Thursday evening.
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