The rain falls – while the government pulls the plug on flood defences | John Vidal

Should the weather over the next three months be anything like normal, we are on course for Britain's soggiest winter since records began. In England, it is already the wettest year. Even people who like to deny climate change and wish to sweep away planning rules now understand that floods can strike almost anywhere at any time. Waterlogged homes are a regular feature of British life.

Climate Change

POTENTIAL EFFECTS TO THE UK FLORA
Climate change has potential risks for the UK. Most critical, are the frequency and changes in extreme conditions such as hot, dry summers, drought and storms. It is likely that the occurrence of hot, dry summers will increase

Korea - Heavy snowfall sets new record

Yesterday’s snowfall in South Gyeongsang set a new record for December, said the KMA.

Heavy snowfall is rarely seen in the southern port city.

Rochester NY Digs Out After Record Snowfall

“Last year it wasn’t like this at all, now it’s catching up to us,” said Eric Cruz of Rochester.