Supercomputing coding DIY activity

Technology—from satellites to VR—advances weather forecasting, climate prediction, and communication, transforming how critical information is shared.

The Royal Charter Gale in October 1859 was the most severe storm to hit the Irish Sea during the 19th Century, taking 800 lives. As a result the national storm warning system was born, later becoming the Shipping Forecast.

Thunderstorms develop when the atmosphere is unstable. This is when warm air exists underneath much colder air.