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Tree Crushes Caravan: Man Dead as Storm Goretti Hits UK
10 Jan
Summary
- A man died when a tree fell onto his caravan during Storm Goretti.
- Thousands of homes lost power across the UK due to the storm.
- Yellow warnings for snow, ice, and freezing fog remain in effect.
A severe storm, named Goretti, has caused significant disruption across the UK, leading to a fatality. In Mawgan, near Helston, a tree fell onto a caravan on Thursday evening, resulting in the death of a man in his 50s. Police confirmed his death is not suspicious and his next of kin have been informed.
The storm brought extreme winds, with gusts nearing 100mph, prompting rare red weather warnings for the South West. Following the storm, around 27,000 homes in the South West, alongside thousands more in the Midlands, experienced power outages. Support measures are being deployed for affected households.
Further weather challenges are anticipated, with yellow warnings for snow and ice in place throughout the weekend across England, Wales, and Scotland. These conditions may cause rail disruptions. Additionally, the combination of melting snow and rain raises concerns about potential flooding in various areas.
