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than 48 hours. Problems with burst water pipes may have been caused by the unusual longevity of the freezing temperatures. The map below shows how much below normal maximum temperatures were than normal in different parts of the country. Fig 1. Provisional map showing the average maximum temperature

(11 days) earlier than if no human-induced climate change or urban warming had happened. Last year was the earliest full flowering date in the 1,200 year Kyoto record, with the cherry blossom bursting into colour by 26 March 2021. This year’s full flowering date was declared on 1 April 2022

area of low pressure but it is going to bring some more unsettled weather. “We’re going to see a swathe of heavy, showery rain pushing its way across many parts, with most areas likely to see some fairly heavy bursts at times.” Blustery winds, hail and even thunder could accompany this on Saturday

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forms shower clouds. A further factor that greatly affects the rainfall distribution is altitude. Moist air that is forced to ascend hills may be cooled to the dew point to produce cloud and rain. A map of average annual rainfall therefore looks similar to a topographic map. Much of Eastern Scotland

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temperatures in some areas exceeded 30 °C, for which extreme heat warnings were issued. There were fatalities in water during the hot spell, and ambulance services reported extremely high demand. Northern Ireland Water witnessed extreme pressure on their network, which resulted in a burst main water pipe

can cut off the water supply in case of a burst pipe. Derrick Ryall, Associate Director of Public Weather Services at the Met Office, said:  “With winter around the corner, now is the time to think about preparing for the potential impacts of severe weather.  The Met Office WeatherReady initiative

temperatures bursting pipes, to preparing your vehicle for the change in conditions. Stay #WeatherReady this winter by following some crucial, life-saving advice from our partners to keep you safe and look after your health and wellbeing during severe weather. — Met Office (@metoffice) November 17, 2025