Thunderstorms, strong winds, prolonged rainfall, drought and extreme heat, heavy snowfall and extreme cold.
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Example of thunderstorms
July 2014, Southern Britain, 3000 lightning strikes following hot weather and torrential flooding.
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Examples of strong winds
February 2014, South Wales, remnants of hurricanes that crossed the Atlantic from the USA and Caribbean, disruption to power and road and rail, fallen trees, 2100 without power.
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Why does the UK get extreme weather?
The UK is a roundabout, where different types of weather meet, so varied weather is not uncommon.
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Where are the Somerset Levels?
A large area of low-lying farmland and wetlands. Bordered by the Bristol Channel.
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Is extreme weather on the rise in the UK?
The frequency of weather related disasters has increased significantall
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Example of thunderstorms
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July 2014, Southern Britain, 3000 lightning strikes following hot weather and torrential flooding.
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