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BlogWarnings for thunderstorms issued, but why do we get them in warm weather?Warnings for thunderstorms have been issued for many western parts of the UK in the coming days, as a transition to the weather pattern is on the way.Read more -
BlogPollen forecast: High levels across the UKPollen levels remain very high across much of the UK at the end of June, with grass pollen continuing to dominate and weed pollen also contributing to high overall levels in many areas.Read more -
BlogSupporting the British Red Cross to build resilience to extreme heatA new prototype website tool has been created to help people working and volunteering at the British Red Cross better understand their climate-related risk, make climate-informed decisions for adaptation and enhance resilience to extreme heat events in a changing climate.Read more
How will cold weather affect energy demand in a changing climate?
This month we have been exploring the topic of climate science for decision making.
How does weather and climate impact British Wildlife?
This month’s Met Office climate theme is how climate science can help decision makers plan in a future, warmer climate.
Hilary bringing a year’s worth of rain in a single day
The Hollywood studios of southern California are renowned for creating dramatic storylines. But sometimes the region produces events which rival anything from a film producer’s imagination.
Signs of warmer weather on the way?
With a mixture of sunshine and showers expected for many through this weekend, there are some tentative signals highlighting the possibility of some warmer weather developing later next week, but what can we say at this range?
How the Met Office makes a difference
The UK National Risk Register (NRR), an assessment of the most significant risks facing the country, has been updated by the Government today. Many of the hazards highlighted by the register are related to natural hazards and the Met Office plays an essential role in dealing with many of the issues.
Adaptation in science, through partnerships
This month, we have been looking more closely at adaptation strategies and how the Met Office is working with government, industry and communities, providing actionable science to inform adaptation strategies to prepare for the climate change that is already happening, as well as future climate risk.
Robust and actionable science to help inform adaptation action
We’ve all heard about Net Zero – but what about climate adaptation? Climate adaptation is action that protects us against the impacts of climate change, both now and in the future.
No need to see red over Met Office colour scale
Southern Europe and northern Africa’s heatwave in recent weeks has led to some discussion around how temperatures are displayed on weather forecast maps, with some suggesting ‘alarmist’ colours are used. However, the reality of the Met Office colour scale is a little more mundane than some online chatter would have you believe.
Adapting to Climate Change: A Business Imperative
“Have you ever wondered about the role of businesses in the face of escalating climate change”, says Ben Bulger, Director at Oxygen House Ltd in a guest blog.
How does Net Zero impact UK air quality?
The quality of the air we breathe matters. Clean air is a basic requirement of a healthy environment for us all to live and work.
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