Met Office Announces 2024/25 Storm Names Honoring Historical Figures

New storm names include tributes to key figures from meteorology history, enhancing public awareness and safety.

The 2024/25 storm names include James, Lewis, and Mavis, celebrating pioneers in weather forecasting.
Storms are named to improve communication and preparedness for severe weather events.
The practice of naming storms began in 2015 and has shown to increase public response to warnings.
The latest list features names chosen by the public and highlights the Met Office's 170-year history.
Recent storm activity has been highly variable, with a record 12 named storms in the 2023/24 season.