Category : Air Quality


UK Rain: Met Office Warns 'No End in Sight'

The Met Office has issued a stark warning that there is 'no end in sight' to the relentless rain across the UK, with yellow warnings in place and flooding risks escalating.

No End in Sight for UK Rain, Says Met Office

The Met Office warns of continued heavy rainfall across the UK, with no immediate relief forecast. Yellow warnings remain in place for multiple regions as saturated ground increases flood risks.

Wood Burners Triple Kids' Pollution Exposure

A study in Wales finds wood burners may treble children's exposure to indoor particle pollution, with homes being the largest contributor to daily exposure levels.

Hackney's New Air Pollution Plan Amid LTN Row

Hackney Council announces stricter air pollution measures targeting vehicles, construction and wood-burning, while facing resident protests over low-traffic neighbourhood schemes.

London Faces Fortnight of Nonstop Rain

London is set for a prolonged period of wet weather with BBC predicting daily rainfall from February 5 to 17, accompanied by chilly temperatures.

London's First 5pm Sunset of 2026 Nears

Londoners can look forward to the first 5pm sunset of 2026 on February 7, as days gradually lengthen despite ongoing cold, damp conditions and potential sleet forecasts.

London Snow Alert: Three Storms, 20 Inches Forecast

London faces a severe four-day blizzard from February 11, with three storms potentially dumping up to 20 inches of snow. Weather maps show widespread snowfall across the UK, targeting major cities.

Deep Freeze and Snowfall Hit Southern US

Unusually cold temperatures and significant snowfall have swept across the southern United States, causing widespread disruptions to travel, schools, and infrastructure.

1926: Industrial Pollution in Yorkshire Dales

A 1926 country diary entry laments how industrial pollution from northern towns reached remote Yorkshire landscapes, with smells from Lancaster oilcloth works detected at Ribblehead.

US Bomb Cyclone: Record Cold, Snow, and Iguana Fallout

A powerful bomb cyclone has brought freezing temperatures and heavy snow to millions across the eastern United States, resulting in two fatalities in North Carolina and causing iguanas to fall from trees in Florida.

UK Ice Warnings After Weeks of Heavy Rain

Yellow weather warnings for ice have been issued for South West England, Wales and Northern Ireland, with icy patches expected on untreated surfaces and risk of injuries from slips.

Antarctica's Sky: The World's Bluest?

Scientific analysis reveals why Antarctica likely has the world's bluest sky, with high altitude and minimal pollution creating intense sapphire hues.

Hudson River Freezes After Heavy Snow in New York

The Hudson River has partially frozen near the George Washington Bridge following a severe winter snowstorm in New York City, with eight outdoor deaths reported over the frigid weekend.

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