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Storm Dave is expected to cause strong winds up to 90mph and heavy snow in northern Scotland over the weekend. The Met Office has issued yellow warnings for wind and snow, predicting travel disruptions, power cuts, and potential damage across most of the UK, especially Scotland. The storm forms from a deep Atlantic low-pressure system.
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2025 was the UK's warmest year on record, with a mean temperature of 10.09°C, driven by climate change. The year saw unprecedented heatwaves, sunshine, and wildfires, with over 27,000 wildfires across the UK amid prolonged drought and dry conditions. Extreme weather events also affected Israel, with unusually high temperatures recorded in January.
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A multi-hazard storm named Goretti is impacting the UK with heavy snow, rain, and strong winds, causing travel disruptions, power cuts, and health alerts. The storm is expected to leave Britain by late Friday, with significant effects across rural and urban areas.
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Storm Goretti caused extreme weather across Europe, with France, the UK, and Germany experiencing high winds, snow, and flooding. At least eight deaths have been reported, and widespread power outages and travel disruptions are ongoing as authorities issue rare red warnings.
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Storm Goretti, a multi-hazard weather event, has caused fatalities, power outages, and travel disruptions across Europe, especially in the UK, France, and Germany. The storm brought hurricane-force winds, heavy snow, and ice, leading to dangerous conditions and significant infrastructure impacts.
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A yellow weather warning is in effect for northern and western Scotland, with gusts up to 80 mph expected. Winds will spread across the UK on Thursday, followed by a drop in temperatures and wintry weather, including snow on higher ground.
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New data from global agencies confirm 2025 as the third hottest year on record, with global temperatures averaging around 1.47°C above preindustrial levels. This continues a three-year streak nearing the 1.5°C Paris Agreement limit, expected to be breached before 2030. Human-driven fossil fuel emissions are the primary cause, intensifying extreme weather worldwide.
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A powerful coronal mass ejection from the sun has caused a G4 geomagnetic storm, resulting in widespread auroras visible across Australia, North America, Europe, and parts of New Zealand. The storm, the largest since 2003, may disrupt technology and power systems, with visibility expected to last until early next week.
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Heavy rain and strong winds from Storm Ingrid have led to flooding and travel disruptions across parts of Scotland, south-west England, and Wales. Authorities issued multiple weather warnings, with flooding affecting roads, railways, and communities. Emergency services responded to rescues, and transport restrictions remain in place today.
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The UK continues to experience record rainfall and flooding, with over 100 flood warnings in place. Recent months have seen historic rainfall levels, driven by a blocked jet stream and high-pressure systems. Conditions are expected to turn colder later this week, with some relief forecast for the weekend.
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On March 3, 2026, a total lunar eclipse, known as a blood moon, was visible across the Americas, eastern Asia, and Australia, turning the moon a copper-red as it passed through Earth's shadow. The eclipse lasted about 5.5 hours with totality near one hour. The UK missed the eclipse due to moonset timing. Additionally, a rare six-planet alignment occurred around February 28 and March 1, visible to the naked eye in many regions.
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A plume of Saharan dust, carried by warm southerly winds following Storm Regina, has reached the UK, causing vivid sunsets and hazy skies. The dust, which can deposit reddish-brown residues on surfaces, is most visible in eastern England. The phenomenon is temporary, with skies clearing by Saturday.
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Multiple tornadoes and severe storms swept across northern Illinois and Indiana on March 11, causing fatalities, injuries, and extensive property damage. Recent updates confirm ongoing rescue efforts and widespread damage, with at least two deaths and dozens injured. The storms also caused power outages and disrupted transportation across the region.
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Multiple sources report a rare geomagnetic storm causing the Aurora Borealis to be visible as far south as Norfolk, UK, on March 21, 2026. Forecasters expect the lights to be visible again tonight, driven by recent solar activity and coronal mass ejections, with optimal viewing conditions in dark, clear skies.