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Danger to Life: Storm Goretti Hits UK
8 Jan
Summary
- Storm Goretti brings snow, wind, and rain across the UK.
- Amber warnings issued for heavy snow and potential 90mph winds.
- Rural communities face isolation, power cuts, and travel disruptions.
Storm Goretti is currently impacting Britain, bringing a dangerous combination of heavy rain, strong winds, and significant snowfall. The Met Office has issued yellow snow warnings across vast areas of England, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland. More severe amber warnings are in place for central Wales, the Midlands, and parts of the North, with predictions of up to 30cm of snow.
In Cornwall, an amber warning highlights the risk of winds reaching 90mph, with flying debris potentially causing injuries or danger to life. Coastal areas are also under threat from large waves. These conditions are expected to lead to widespread travel chaos, including stranded vehicles, cancelled flights, and delayed trains. Rural communities are particularly vulnerable to being cut off.
Many schools in northern Scotland have already been closed for multiple days due to persistent snow and sub-zero temperatures, with Aberdeenshire Council declaring a major incident. Residents describe the current winter conditions as the worst in 25 years, leading to significant disruption and isolation.
