On the naming of storms

ExFishermanBob · 11-16-15, 03:00 PM

Does anyone else in the UK feel that giving "storms" (hah!) names is rather pathetic? Not to mention a little insulting for those who live in genuine storm areas.

I used to live in the Outer Hebrides: "Abigail" (spit) barely ruffled one's hair. The latest one, which might blow some leaves around, is being called "Barney".

Mind you, when we had "Bawbag" a while back, it at least raised a laugh (try it with a Scottish accent).

11-16-15, 03:00 PM	#1
ExFishermanBob Difficulties Numbing Join Date: Aug 2013 Location: AN19 Posts: 470 Downloads: 43 Uploads: 0	On the naming of storms Does anyone else in the UK feel that giving "storms" (hah!) names is rather pathetic? Not to mention a little insulting for those who live in genuine storm areas. I used to live in the Outer Hebrides: "Abigail" (spit) barely ruffled one's hair. The latest one, which might blow some leaves around, is being called "Barney". Mind you, when we had "Bawbag" a while back, it at least raised a laugh (try it with a Scottish accent).