New storm names for 2026-2027 released by Met Office
Tuesday 1 September marks the start of the UK storm season and a new list of storm names have been released including Austen, Chloe and Evelyn.
The UK's Met Office has released the list of storm names for the 2026-2027 season, which starts on September 1st. The new list includes names such as Austen, Chloe, and Evelyn. This annual ritual is part of the Met Office's efforts to raise awareness about severe weather and provide a clear and consistent way of identifying storms.
The storm naming system, which is now in its tenth year, helps to provide a clear and consistent way of identifying storms that could cause significant disruption. The system is also designed to raise awareness of severe weather and provide the public with timely warnings. The names are chosen from a list that is compiled in collaboration with the Irish Meteorological Service, Met Éireann, and the Royal Netherlands Meteorological Institute.
As we head into the storm season, it's worth noting that the UK is increasingly vulnerable to severe weather events, with climate change driving more extreme weather patterns. The Met Office has warned of more frequent and intense storms in the coming years. As such, the storm naming system serves as a timely reminder for the public to stay informed and prepared for severe weather. We'll be watching to see how the storm season unfolds and what impact the named storms have on the UK.
Originally reported by bbc.co.uk. MyNews adds analysis for general news readers.