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Met Office Withdraws Climate Report Amid Severe Drought in England

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What happened

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The Met Office issued warnings regarding a severe drought across England, noting that in July, the country received only 6.5mm of rain, which was below the long-term average for the month. By mid-August, 71 per cent of England by land was under drought conditions, leading to over 1,500 water abstraction restrictions being in place. Compounding this, the Met Office withdrew the UK Climate Projection 2018 report, which was based on modelling that the agency later stated was cancelled.

From wattsupwiththat.com, the-independent.com, dailymail.com

Why it matters

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The drought conditions are severely stressing agricultural viability, particularly in regions like Southern England. Furthermore, the withdrawal of the UKCP18 report raises questions about the scientific basis relied upon for various Net Zero rules and regulations.

From wattsupwiththat.com, the-independent.com

Who's involved

  • Met OfficeUnited Kingdom's national weather service responsible for forecasts and warnings
  • EnglandGeopolitical state experiencing severe weather patterns and drought
  • NFUCider producer affected by the current poor growing season
  • Southern EnglandGeographic region experiencing record drought conditions
  • Natural EnglandUK body responsible for the protection and improvement of England's natural environment

Who could feel it

Possible knock-on effects

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  • NFUSpeculative

    The viability of cider production could be challenged by the current low rainfall and poor growing season.

  • Southern EnglandSpeculative

    The region could face significant stress on its agricultural output and water supplies due to the record drought.

How it developed

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  1. Met Office forecast used for England's Net Zero rules.1 source
  2. Met Office issued a drought warning for England, led by chief meteorologist Lang.1 source
  3. Climate breakdown is leading to extreme weather events in the New Forest.Sub-event
  4. Met Office provides seasonal weather forecasts for England.1 source
  5. Met Office continues to monitor weather patterns in England.1 source

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