BBC weather app glitch warns of hurricane & 14kmph WIND as Carol Kirkwood forced to say ‘don’t be alarmed’ on live TV

A BBC weather app glitch warned of a hurricane with “14,408mph winds and temperatures of 404C” as Carol Kirkwood was forced to reassure viewers “don’t be alarmed”.

Brits were baffled by a confusing weather blunder this morning warning of “hurricane force winds” that horrified the nation.

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The ‘glitch’ horrified Brits with warnings of ‘hurricane force winds’Credit: Reddit
On BBC Breakfast Carol reassured viewers that there is a ‘technical glitch’

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On BBC Breakfast Carol reassured viewers that there is a ‘technical glitch’Credit: BBC

Writing on X, BBC Weather said: “You may have noticed some data issues on our app and website.

“We are working hard to fix it quickly. Sorry – please bear with us.”

Meanwhile weather presenter Carol Kirkwood was forced to address the confusion live on BBC Breakfast.

She blamed a “technical glitch” the team were “well aware” of and reassured viewers “don’t be alarmed”.

Lead BBC Weather presenter, Simon King, also warned Brits “not to be alarmed” by the gaff.

He wrote on social media: “Oops, don’t be alarmed by some of our @bbcweather data this morning.

“Be assured there won’t be 14408mph winds, hurricane force winds or overnight temperatures of 404°C.”

It comes as Hurricane Milton barrelled into Florida last night – battering the state with destructive 120mph winds and flooding.

The “catastrophic” storm has already claimed two lives as it continues to bring misery to an area still ravaged by Hurricane Helene.

Devastating flash flooding is causing chaos in the Tampa Bay area, with up to 16 inches of rainfall so far.

More than two million homes and businesses have been left without power.

And at least 125 homes have been destroyed after Tampa Mayor Jane Castor’s grim warning houses would be turned into “coffins”.

Two deaths have been confirmed by local officials in St Lucie County, with multiple others rushed to hospital after the hurricane spawned at least 19 powerful tornadoes.

Milton has sparked 126 tornado warnings in Florida – the most ever in a single day.

Meanwhile, in the UK, flooding shut down roads and left cars stuck as persistent and heavy rain caused travel mayhem yesterday.

There were 73 alerts in place across England on Wednesday with flood warnings for 18 locations including two in Bristol.

The A1 was completely closed after heavy rain left some cars stuck in swirling floodwater.

UK five day weather forecast

Source; Met Office

Today

Cloud and patchy rain clearing southern counties of England and Wales this morning. Then a fine day for all, with plenty of sunny spells. A few showers possible, mainly towards the north and east. Feeling colder than recent days.

Tonight

Showers becoming more frequent across northwest Scotland through the evening and into the early hours. Largely dry elsewhere, with lengthy clear spells. A patchy frost forming as winds fall light.

Friday

After a chilly start, most will have another fine day with plenty of sunshine. The risk of some showery rain developing at times across northern and western parts of Scotland.

Outlook for Saturday to Monday

Showery rain across Scotland and Northern Ireland on Saturday. Dry elsewhere, with sunny spells. Sunday and Monday should remain bright for most, though a few showers are possible. Feeling warmer.

Hurricane force winds can be seen on today's forecast

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Hurricane force winds can be seen on today’s forecast
Flooding on the A1M in County Durham closed the road between Bradbury and Aycliffe yesterday

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Flooding on the A1M in County Durham closed the road between Bradbury and Aycliffe yesterdayCredit: NNP
Cars navigating flooded roads near Kellaways in Wiltshire yesterday

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Cars navigating flooded roads near Kellaways in Wiltshire yesterdayCredit: SWNS
Debris covers the ground near a crane that fell onto a building along 1st Avenue South in St. Petersburg, as Hurricane Milton hit

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Debris covers the ground near a crane that fell onto a building along 1st Avenue South in St. Petersburg, as Hurricane Milton hitCredit: AP
A vehicle stranded on a water-flooded street after Hurricane Milton made landfall in Brandon, Florida

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A vehicle stranded on a water-flooded street after Hurricane Milton made landfall in Brandon, FloridaCredit: AFP

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