Public given the chance to name UK and Irish storms - BBC News
best names with explanation get a prize
examples
John, Paul & Ringo
Ena Teacup
types of storm - synonyms and related words | Macmillan Dictionary
e.g. Typhoon Vetran - Hot & strong that blows you over.
Members of the public are to be given the opportunity to name storms affecting the UK and Ireland.
People will be able to email possible names to the Met Office and send in suggestions via Facebook and Twitter.
It is hoped that naming storms will help raise awareness of severe weather and ensure people protect themselves and their property before it strikes.
The Met Office is teaming up with Met Eireann in Ireland to run the pilot project over the autumn and winter.
#nameourstorms
People will be able to email possible names to the Met Office and send in suggestions via Facebook and Twitter.
It is hoped that naming storms will help raise awareness of severe weather and ensure people protect themselves and their property before it strikes.
The Met Office is teaming up with Met Eireann in Ireland to run the pilot project over the autumn and winter.
#nameourstorms
best names with explanation get a prize
examples
John, Paul & Ringo
Ena Teacup
types of storm - synonyms and related words | Macmillan Dictionary
e.g. Typhoon Vetran - Hot & strong that blows you over.
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