UK set for more downpours ahead of 'coldest August bank holiday on record'

Heavy rain brought flooding on Thursday, causing travel chaos for motorists and rail passengers

Torrential rain and flooding brought traffic mayhem as more heavy showers and thunderstorms are expected across parts of the UK on Friday.

Forecasters predict this bank holiday Monday could be the coldest on record for some parts of the UK as temperatures are expected to be well below average for the time of year.