The BBC has apologised to users after its weather app mistakenly showed forecasts for “hurricane force” winds near London and temperatures over 400C in Nottingham.
BBC Weather forecasters were quick to point out the issue and make clear the incorrect graphics were being looked into.
“Oops, don’t be alarmed by some of our [BBC Weather app] data this morning,” lead BBC Weather presenter and meteorologist Simon King wrote on X.
“Be assured there won’t be 14408mph winds, hurricane force winds or overnight temperatures of 404C. It is being looked at and hopefully sorted asap.”
Image: BBC Weather incorrectly shows temperatures of 403C forecast in Nottingham
“Hopefully, the impossible numbers changed that,” he said. “Still being worked on.”
BBC broadcast meteorologist Matt Taylor added: “There’s been a data glitch between our suppliers and the app/online. Folk are working to solve the issue.
“No need to panic buy plywood and candles.”
The issue was also acknowledged by forecasters on air.
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