BBC Weather Issues Apology Over Forecast Errors

The BBC Weather app and website mistakenly forecasted extreme weather conditions across the UK, including winds exceeding 15,000 mph and temperatures reaching 404°C, prompting confusion and concern among residents. Meteorologists reassured the public that these figures were due to a data glitch rather than actual weather threats, with Hurricane Milton not affecting the UK. BBC presenters, including Matt Taylor and Simon King, urged the public not to panic and confirmed that the erroneous data was being addressed. The Met Office reported normal weather predictions, indicating no severe winds or high temperatures in the affected areas. BBC Weather has since apologized for the inaccuracies and is working to rectify the issues. This incident highlights the importance of reliable weather forecasting amidst real-time updates.