2060-2081 extreme winter storms in UK/Ireland show stronger winds and heavier rainfall due to climate change.
Climate change research shows an increase in UK/Ireland extreme winter storms, combining strong winds and heavy rainfall, with more severe impacts predicted due to warming climate. Newcastle University and Met Office study analyzing control (1981-2000) and future (2060-2081) periods indicates stronger winds and heavier rainfall happening together, mainly driven by increased rainfall and thermodynamic response to rising temperatures.
May 03, 2024
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