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Get ready for another stormy week! Following Storm Isha's strong winds and rain, Storm Jocelyn is brewing up and expected to hit the UK on Tuesday and Wednesday. This will be the 10th named storm this season, making it an unusually busy year for weather!

Why so many storms? The jet stream, a high-altitude wind current, is responsible. When it's active, it pushes low-pressure systems across the Atlantic, bringing stormy weather with it. The extra-cold weather in the US is also affecting the jet stream and making it more active.

Climate change and storms: While scientists agree climate change is affecting our weather, it's tricky to say exactly how it's impacting this year's storm season. However, warmer air holds more moisture, which can lead to heavier rainfall during storms. That's why repeated storms can cause widespread flooding.

What this means for you: Be prepared for strong winds and heavy rain on Tuesday and Wednesday. Stay updated on weather warnings and listen to your local authorities for advice.

Links to the curriculum:

• Year 7: This article connects to your lessons on weather and climate, showing how different factors like the jet stream and climate change can influence weather patterns.
• Year 10 & 11: For your studies on weather hazards, it highlights the risks associated with storms like strong winds, heavy rain, and potential flooding.

Remember, staying informed and prepared is key to staying safe during storms! So, listen to weather forecasts, have an emergency plan ready, and keep an eye on the sky!

Bonus: Did you know the names of storms this year honour people involved in weather studies and the public? Storm Jocelyn is named after Dame Jocelyn Bell Burnell, an astrophysicist, and Isha was suggested by a member of the public. Interesting, right?