A lightning strike sparked disruption for rail passengers after it caused electrical supply problems, while commuters also struggled through a hail storm described as a "zombie apocalypse".
The storms hit the Hove, Brighton and Worthing areas of Sussex at the start of the morning rush-hour, with trains heading along the south coast affected.
The lightning hit an electricity sub-station, causing power to the coastal rail route to be cut, although the main line to London was running normally, according to a Network Rail spokeswoman.
Network Rail said on its website: "Electrical supply problems caused by a lightning strike, near Hove, are causing delays of up to 30 minutes to trains between Worthing and Hove/Brighton.
"There is no firm estimate yet of how long disruption will last but it is likely to continue until at least 09.00."
Commuters posted on Twitter descriptions of heavy hail and localised flooding caused by the storms. Local residents said the storm started at 5.30am, leading to torrential rain.
Laurence Hill wrote: "Used to be roads. Now rivers of hail. Never seen anything like it."
Brighton and Hove Police posted: "Localised flooding in Hove and Portslade, some roads not passable. Please do not enter flood water on foot or in cars."
Brighton station tweeted: "At a stand west coastway #Worthing #Brighton Both ways due to zombie apocalypse #Brighton #Hove #Fishersgate #Portslade #Lancing #Shoreham"
An East Sussex Fire and Rescue Service spokesman said: "Since the early hours of Monday 28th July, Brighton crews have been dealing with a large number of weather-related emergency calls.
"Firefighters have responded to a range of incidents, including flooding, lightning strikes and false alarms caused by the weather."
Sussex Police warned drivers to be careful as flash flooding hit Worthing, West Sussex, and Portslade and Mile Oak on the outskirts of Brighton and Hove.
Brighton and Hove City Council's headquarters also had to close after the basement flooded due to the heavy rain.
A spokesman said: " Due to heavy rain and storms this morning parts of the city are experiencing flooding.
"Essential services are being maintained.The drains will start to carry away the water once the rain subsides.
"City clean is working with East Sussex Fire and Rescue Service to clear roadside gullies. The refuse and recycling service is operating normally but might be a bit slower due to the weather.
"Council staff are advised that Kings House is closed due to flooding in the basement which is threatening some of the main electrical panels.
"Immediate work is under way to clear the water safely and isolate the electrics.
"Staff are implementing business continuity plans and relocating to other buildings. There will be some disruption to services but we are prioritising keeping essential services running."
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