SVT Faces Criticism for Climate Reporting on Weather Maps in Sweden

Swedish public broadcaster SVT was criticized for its use of weather maps during a broadcast, which some claimed exaggerated summer temperatures. The controversy arose when SVT displayed maps with intense red coloring to depict temperatures around 24–25°C, typical for a Swedish summer. Critics argued that the color choice misleadingly suggested extreme heat, prompting accusations of climate sensationalism. Posts on X highlighted the issue, with one outlet stating, “Normal temperatures are almost lava-red,” and others sharing similar sentiments about the visual representation. SVT has not publicly responded to the criticism, and no official changes to their weather map color schemes have been announced. The debate reflects ongoing discussions about media portrayals of weather and climate, with some viewers questioning the accuracy of such presentations. The story gained traction on social media, particularly on X, where users shared clips and commentary from the broadcast.
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