Hi all,
After an investigation, we've come to the conclusion that Gravesend is
an official site, properly sited over grass and away from buildings.
The confusion comes from the fact that the observations of weather,
cloud, etc are done from the rofftop, but the Stevenson screen is
properly located. Thus, yesterday's reading of 38.1C will be the new
official high for the UK.

Cheers,

Paul.

"Paul Knightley" wrote in message
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Hi all,
After an investigation, we've come to the conclusion


Thats nice, we came to the conclusion yesterday
if heathrow can be official so can gravesend.

"Paul Knightley" wrote in message
om...
Hi all,
After an investigation, we've come to the conclusion that Gravesend is
an official site, properly sited over grass and away from buildings.
The confusion comes from the fact that the observations of weather,
cloud, etc are done from the rofftop, but the Stevenson screen is
properly located. Thus, yesterday's reading of 38.1C will be the new
official high for the UK.

I'm not sure I understand this.
Why does there have to be an 'investigation'?
Surely there are a certain number of official sites in the UK, subject to all
the regulations and inspections, and thus able to return 'official' data,
either Gravesend is on this official list or it isn't?

Col
--
Bolton, Lancashire.
160m asl.
http://www.reddwarfer.btinternet.co.uk

I'm not sure I understand this.
Why does there have to be an 'investigation'?
Surely there are a certain number of official sites in the UK, subject to
all
the regulations and inspections, and thus able to return 'official' data,
either Gravesend is on this official list or it isn't?

Col
--
Bolton, Lancashire.
160m asl.
http://www.reddwarfer.btinternet.co.uk



When gravesend reports the highest temp in summer
on the bbc , its regarded as official straight out.
Yet when its a record at stake , it has to be investigated
and possibly thrown out.

MET OFFICE MAKE UP YOUR MIND

Gravesend was official there are no two ways about it!

On 11 Aug 2003 06:35:55 -0700, (Paul
Knightley) wrote:

Hi all,
After an investigation, we've come to the conclusion that Gravesend is
an official site, properly sited over grass and away from buildings.
The confusion comes from the fact that the observations of weather,
cloud, etc are done from the rofftop, but the Stevenson screen is
properly located. Thus, yesterday's reading of 38.1C will be the new
official high for the UK.

Hi Paul, is this a Met Office investigation that involved a visit to
the site? Obviously, such an investigation *is* necessary but I have
some pertinent questions as to its precise location and the borough in
which it is situated. See my message a few minutes ago in the "Why
Gravesend" thread and discussion with Julian Mayes.

--
Dave

"nguk.." wrote in message
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When gravesend reports the highest temp in summer
on the bbc , its regarded as official straight out.
Yet when its a record at stake , it has to be investigated
and possibly thrown out.

MET OFFICE MAKE UP YOUR MIND

Gravesend was official there are no two ways about it!

It does seem odd.
If the Gravesend data is considered good enough on all the ordinary
days, then why can't it be taken in good faith on a day when a record
happens to be at stake?
It's as if they don't trust their own reporting stations...........

Col
--
Bolton, Lancashire.
160m asl.
http://www.reddwarfer.btinternet.co.uk

"Col" wrote in message
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"nguk.." wrote in message
...

When gravesend reports the highest temp in summer
on the bbc , its regarded as official straight out.
Yet when its a record at stake , it has to be investigated
and possibly thrown out.

MET OFFICE MAKE UP YOUR MIND

Gravesend was official there are no two ways about it!

It does seem odd.
If the Gravesend data is considered good enough on all the ordinary
days, then why can't it be taken in good faith on a day when a record
happens to be at stake?
It's as if they don't trust their own reporting stations...........

Col

Eh ?! I've seen not seen or heard any official statement casting doubt on
the Gravesend reading. Looks like a lot of hot air to me !

Jon.

"Col" wrote in message
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"Jon O'Rourke" wrote in message
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"Col" wrote in message
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It does seem odd.
If the Gravesend data is considered good enough on all the ordinary
days, then why can't it be taken in good faith on a day when a record
happens to be at stake?
It's as if they don't trust their own reporting stations...........

Col

Eh ?! I've not seen or heard any official statement casting doubt on
the Gravesend reading. Looks like a lot of hot air to me !

Paul Knightley who started this thread suggested that there was an
investigation as to the validity of the site.

Col
--
Bolton, Lancashire.
160m asl.
http://www.reddwarfer.btinternet.co.uk

Yes, but Paul Knightly is associated with Torro, hence i presume it was a
Torro Investigation. ??

Paul

"Col" wrote in message
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"Jon O'Rourke" wrote in message
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"Col" wrote in message
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It does seem odd.
If the Gravesend data is considered good enough on all the ordinary
days, then why can't it be taken in good faith on a day when a record
happens to be at stake?
It's as if they don't trust their own reporting stations...........

Col

Eh ?! I've not seen or heard any official statement casting doubt on
the Gravesend reading. Looks like a lot of hot air to me !

Paul Knightley who started this thread suggested that there was an
investigation as to the validity of the site.

Col

Fair enough Col, but it wasn't a Met Office investigation as was seemingly
implied. The Gravesend reading fitted in with surrounding obs and it has
been accepted without question.

Cheers,
Jon.

"Len Watts" wrote in message
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Does all this really matter? I could understand all the questioning if
there
was a million pounds at stake.

I think so Les. Gravesend has set the new benchmark and will in all
probability be referred to in the media for many years to come. Incidentally
I read the cost to the various betting organisations was in the region of
£500,000, thus I suspect the authenticity of the reports mattered to them !

Cheers,
Jon.