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Immersion in science – off the grid in the Amazon

Posted on 2 November, 2016 by Met Office Press Office

Last month I spent a week in the Amazon surrounded by gigantic lush green trees and the constant, noisy accompaniment of jungle creatures, writes Chantelle Burton – a Climate Scientist at the Met Office’s Hadley Centre. I was lucky enough … Continue reading →

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The impacts of La Nina on global weather

Posted on 13 January, 2011 by Met Office Press Office

The weather is making headlines around the world as heavy rain and flooding affects parts of Australia, Sri Lanka and Brazil.  With a strong La Nina in place in the tropical pacific ocean at the moment the focus has been … Continue reading →

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Met Office in the Media: 06 November 2010

Posted on 6 November, 2010 by Met Office Press Office

Reuters has reported that the Met Office Chief Scientist, Professor Julia Slingo OBE has suggested that the 2 degree Celsius climate target may need to change.   Professor Slingo clearly stated that the the world should keep the 2C target to aid negotiations, but with advances … Continue reading →

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