The Bureau of Meteorology will revert to its previous colour scheme on its rain radar and weather map following widespread confusion and heated backlash to the agency’s upgraded website.

Acting chief executive Peter Stone announced on Friday afternoon the changes had been adopted immediately while the bureau began staged improvements to its site.

He announced the changes following a meeting with state and territory disaster ministers earlier on Friday.

How Tuesday’s wet weather in Brisbane appeared on the old BOM radar (left) compared to the updated website (right). Credit: Bureau of Meteorology

“We’ve listened to your feedback, and have restored the previous radar colour scheme,” the acting chief executive said.

“We will continue to assess options for further updates and improvem

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