A lightning strike caused a tree to fall close to an educational institution in the Coventry area. Witnesses were astonished to observe a substantial tree blocking Athol Road in the vicinity of Walsgrave C of E Primary school during the afternoon of April 15. A brief severe weather event struck the locality featuring thunderclaps, electrical discharges, torrential rainfall and even small hail. The lightning strike struck the large tree, propelling it onto the roadway. According to the most recent local Met Office projection for our region, April 16 is not anticipated to be as severe. Rain showers are expected alongside some strengthening winds, with further heavy rainfall also predicted for April 17. However, the weekend is forecasted to bring drier conditions and may even feel warm, according to the prediction. Today will see a dry and bright morning with sunny periods. Skies will gradually become overcast this afternoon with some intermittent rain arriving later. Temperatures will be near average with gentler breezes. Highest temperature 15C. This evening will be cloudy and damp with additional periods of rain and light drizzle. Some drier and clearer intervals will develop overnight, though drizzle will persist over elevated areas. It will be mild with winds becoming stronger later. Lowest temperature 9C. Friday may bring some early sunshine before a zone of heavy rain moves eastward. The weather will then become drier and brighter later with winds gradually moderating. Highest temperature 16C. Outlook for Saturday through Monday: Predominantly fine and dry weekend as high pressure establishes itself. Pleasant in any sunshine with lighter winds. Similar conditions are likely to persist into early next week as high pressure remains dominant.