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Met Office warns of an unprecedented El Niño event bringing storms and rain to the UK
United Kingdom
First seen: Aug 21, 2026, 1:32 AM UTCUpdated: Aug 21, 2026, 1:32 AM UTC
WHAT HAPPENED
The UK Met Office reportedly warned that an El Niño event could bring storms and heavy rain to the United Kingdom.
SO WHAT?
Severe rainfall and storms could cause flooding, travel disruption and damage to infrastructure.
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