Lewis Hamilton and Co face British GP nightmare as weather warning is issued at Silverstone
SILVERSTORM Lewis Hamilton and Co face British GP nightmare as weather warning is issued at Silverstone
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DRIVERS could face nightmare conditions at Silverstone this afternoon as weather threatens to cause havoc for the British Grand Prix.
Weather forecasts are showing stormy and wet conditions in the hours building up to lights out at 3pm, with rain pouring at the moment.
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Wet weather has threatened to cause chaos at Silverstone for the British Grand Prix
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Rain has been hammering down at Silverstone all morning
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Formula 3 cars have been kicking up spray during their early feature race
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A yellow warning for thunderstorms has been issued by the Met Office as a result of the incoming rain.
The warning, which is set to expire at 7pm, tells the public to take caution with driving conditions.
Meaning the 200mph+ speeds on the Silverstone track could be even more risky under the wet weather.
Fans and staff at the Silverstone track are already soaked since the heavens have opened this morning with rain continuing to pour.
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However, there's hope that things could clear up in time for the big race this afternoon with the forecast looking more dry by 3pm.
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