A storm named Bert is set to hit the UK, bringing snow, freezing temperatures, and strong winds. The Met Office has issued warnings for severe weather. While many prepare for the storm's impact, social media users have found humor in the storm's name, comparing it to the Sesame Street Muppet Bert.
Scots are preparing for a cold spell this week as snow covers large areas of the country. The Met Office has issued several weather warnings for snow, ice, rain, and wind that could affect the UK from today, November 22, and continue until Sunday, November 24. Additionally, a storm named Bert is expected to hit on Saturday, bringing freezing temperatures and snowfall over the weekend.
Forecasters predict wind gusts of up to 70 mph, accompanied by heavy rainfall in some areas, which may lead to flooding and travel disruptions. Instead of worrying about heating bills or the cold weather, many Brits have found humor in the name of Storm Bert. Many people admit they can't help but think of the Muppet character Bert from Sesame Street when they hear the storm's name. Bert, with his distinctive black hair, orange nose, and striped clothes, is a beloved figure from Sesame Street. He is known for his straight-man persona, often playing off of his flatmate Ernie's antics. One person shared a gif of Bert on X, writing, 'If #StormBert isn't followed in three storms time by Storm Ernie, I'm writing a letter.' Another user replied, 'Storm Cookie Monster, Storm Doctor Teeth, then Storm Ernie.' Another social media user added humor to the weather updates by posting a picture of Bert superimposed on the Met Office's weather map, writing, 'Apologies all, but I had to do it.' The humorous post received positive reactions like 'Wish he was doing the forecast,' and 'We need laughter in all the gloom - well done whoever you are.
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