Meteorologists expressed concern over a European Centre for Medium-Range Weather Forecasts (ECMWF) model run on October 19th, 2025, citing an "actual freak" forecast. The sentiment was shared on social media platforms by weather enthusiasts and professionals. One prominent meteorologist, identified by the handle @MassachusettsWx on X (formerly Twitter), posted a message early on October 19th, stating, "What in the actual freak is this Euro control forecast? Mother, lord have mercy on this ECMWF run." This comment, posted between 4:35 AM and 7:35 AM UTC, indicates a significant level of alarm regarding the model's output. The ECMWF is a leading global center for numerical weather prediction, and its models are widely consulted by forecasters worldwide. Concerns raised by users suggest the latest model run may be predicting highly unusual or extreme weather patterns, prompting immediate attention and discussion within the meteorological community.
