Category : Meteorology


Met Office Warns of Thunderstorms Across 75 UK Areas

The Met Office has issued a yellow thunderstorm warning for 75 areas in England and Wales until 10am Friday, with risks of lightning, flooding, and travel disruption. Scotland faces a separate warning until midnight.

Venezuela Earthquake: Hundreds Feared Dead

Two earthquakes of magnitude 7.2 and 7.5 struck Venezuela near Morón, causing widespread destruction in Caracas and along the northern coast, with hundreds feared dead and thousands injured.

UK Heatwave: 50 Areas Under Red Warning, Schools Close

The Met Office has issued red weather warnings for 50 areas across the UK, with temperatures expected to reach 40C. Schools are closing or sending children home early as the UKHSA issues red heat health warnings.

Will London Schools Close in 40C Heatwave? UK Guidance

London faces a rare red extreme heat warning with temperatures up to 40C. Schools are unlikely to close; the Department for Education advises staying open with precautions like relaxed uniforms and indoor activities.

Wales Weekend Weather: Rise but No Heatwave

Met Office maps show Wales will see warmer weather this weekend with temperatures up to 25C, but it may fall just short of heatwave criteria requiring three consecutive days above 25C.

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