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🗞️ Driving the news: The National Trust reports that extreme weather, including storms and flooding, has caused significant damage to heritage properties in England and Wales
• These weather events have affected trees, buildings, and gardens, challenging conservation efforts
🔭 The context: The UK has experienced warm, wet conditions throughout the year, disrupting the natural environment and seasonal patterns
• Many properties managed by the National Trust were not designed to withstand extreme weather, with antique architectural features like drainpipes and gutters often causing additional damage during heavy rainfall
🌍 Why it matters for the planet: The unpredictable weather is impacting wildlife, including the decline of certain butterfly, bee, and moth species
• Changes in weather patterns also pose challenges for ecosystems, such as peatlands, trees, and fungi. Climate change is making it harder for species to adapt to shifting seasons
⏭️ What’s next: The National Trust continues to monitor and manage the impact of changing weather on its estates
• Ongoing efforts to conserve heritage sites, protect wildlife, and maintain biodiversity will be crucial in the face of more extreme weather events
💬 One quote: "Our unpredictable weather is resulting in confusion for our wildlife and the slow loss of what once were 'predictable' seasons" – Keith Jones, Climate Change Advisor, National Trust
📈 One stat: The flooding at Avebury Manor was the first in 300 years, highlighting the increasing frequency of extreme weather events impacting heritage sites
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