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Public Invited to Select Future Storm Name in Unique Collaboration The Met Office has announced an exciting opportunity for the public to influence the future of storm naming by voting for their favourite character from the beloved animated series, Shaun the Sheep. In partnership with Aardman, the creative minds behind the iconic character, the public will choose between Shaun and his younger companion, Timmy, to feature on the official storm names list for the upcoming 2026/27 storm season. This inaugural public vote is set to take place from 19 to 21 August, hosted on the Met Office’s social media platforms. Participants will be able to decide whether Shaun or Timmy will join the ranks of officially recognised storm names, with the winning name scheduled to be revealed on 1 September. Br...

Record-Breaking Climate Trends in 2025 The year 2025 has marked a significant turning point in global climate patterns, as it has set new records for atmospheric carbon dioxide levels, glacial ice loss, and soil dryness. The latest findings from the BAMS State of the Climate report reveal a concerning trend: a rapid deterioration of various climate metrics correlating with the rising concentrations of greenhouse gases in the atmosphere. Dr Robert Dunn, the lead editor for the Global Climate chapter of the report, expressed that the conditions observed in 2025 are unprecedented when compared to the 20th century. He noted, “Temperatures soared well above average, and when viewed alongside the years 2024 and 2023, it's clear that the last three years have been remarkable, surpassing records s...

Record-Breaking Temperatures Across the UK The latest heatwave has seen temperatures soar to a provisional high of 38.1°C at Kew Gardens in London, marking it as the fifth hottest day ever recorded in the United Kingdom. In Worcestershire, the town of Pershore also experienced sweltering conditions, reaching 38°C. Overall, approximately 40 locations throughout central and southern England recorded temperatures exceeding 36°C. This recent bout of extreme heat contributes to a notable trend in 2026, which has witnessed the highest number of days with temperatures at or exceeding 36°C—four days in total—alongside three days reaching 37°C. Remarkably, this summer has equalled 2022 in terms of the number of days hitting 38°C. Neil Armstrong, the Chief Forecaster, commented on the unusual weathe...