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[00:00.44] We're used to tropical storms and hurricanes being given names in other parts of the world often decided by a committee.

[00:06.81] Now storms in the UK and Ireland that have the potential to cause damage are to get the same treatment but decided by the public.

[00:14.25] Putting human names to storms rather than numbers or technical terms is intended to avoid confusion and make them easier to remember when severe weather warnings are issued.

[00:24.60] The public will be able to put forward ideas on Twitter and Facebook.

[00:28.33] The Met Office will compile a definitive list of the most popular suggestions with names in alphabetical order alternating between male and female.

[00:37.35] Names that had previously been associated with storms that caused the loss of life in other parts of the world will not be used.