Britain is testing a groundbreaking weather forecasting method using mobile phones as an early warning system for extreme weather.
Vodafone’s UK-first trial measures rainfall by tracking disturbances in signals between towers, offering more accurate predictions than radar.
The system will help monitor flooding risks along the Severn River, a flood-prone area, potentially saving millions in damage prevention.
If successful, Vodafone plans to expand the network to cover the UK and Europe.
This “nowcasting” could revolutionise weather predictions, offering real-time, precise alerts.