Severe storm heading towards the UK named 'Amy'

Arab Weather - British authorities have named the Atlantic storm expected to hit Britain and Ireland "Amy." The storm's name is included in the list of official storm names approved by British and European authorities.

What is the purpose of naming Atlantic storms even though they do not have tropical characteristics and form outside the tropical zone?

Official British and European storms are named by official bodies to give each storm a clear and distinct identity that is easy to recognize in the media and official warnings, making monitoring weather developments more accurate and timely. The primary purpose of this naming is to facilitate communication between official bodies and the public, especially when several weather conditions occur simultaneously, as the names help to immediately distinguish each storm from the next.

This naming also plays an important role in reducing confusion when issuing safety advice and guidance, whether through newspapers, websites, weather apps, or social media, enabling residents to take preventative measures more quickly and effectively. In addition, official names facilitate scientific discussion and climate reporting, as researchers and weather enthusiasts can clearly refer to each weather condition without the need for long, complex descriptions.

Severe storm impacts UK and Ireland, with waves reaching 15 metres high

This storm directly affects Ireland and Britain. These Atlantic storms are accompanied by massive cold fronts that can produce violent winds exceeding 150 km/h and waves as high as 15 meters, along with heavy rainfall that threatens flooding and landslides.

And God knows best.