Rain has fallen somewhere in the UK every day so far this year, with more than 100 flood warnings in force and further downpours forecast this week. Scientists say the atmospheric forces behind Britain's endless drizzle are the same ones causing devastating floods in Spain and Portugal.
The relentless wet weather has been described as 'miserable and relentlessly wet' by meteorologists. The UK has experienced a record wet start to the year, with no dry days recorded in many regions.
Experts warn that climate change is exacerbating these extreme weather events, making heavy rainfall more frequent and intense. The current flooding is expected to continue as more rain is forecast in the coming days.
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