In a Reddit post, a user questioned why airplane passengers must put their seats upright during takeoff and landing. Experts explained that these are the riskiest parts of the flight, with 49% of deaths occurring during landing. Seats must be upright for impact protection and ease of evacuation in case of emergencies, as reclined seats reduce space for occupants to escape quickly. Following plane safety protocols, such as reading safety briefings and knowing emergency procedures, can increase chances of survival in case of a disaster.
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Met Office sees greater chance of hot summer and heatwaves
The UK is predicted to experience a hotter-than-normal summer in 2025, with an increased likelihood of heatwaves, as stated by the Met Office. In its latest three-month outlook, the Met Office indicates that the meteorological summer, spanning from June 1 to August 31, is twice as likely to be hotter than average. This forecast follows an unprecedented spring, which was recorded as the sunniest, as well as one of the driest and warmest in history....
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