Incredible footage filmed on an action camera captured the stunning moment south Essex was lit up by lightning.

The Met Office issued a yellow weather warning over the bank holiday, warning Essex residents of heavy rain, thunder and lightning that could lead to flooding and travel disruption.

In the early hours of Monday morning, Southend resident David Martin captured this incredible footage.

You can see more of his videos here: https://www.youtube.com/3ative

If you have your own impressive footage of last night's storm, get in touch on echonews@nqe.com