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UK Floods: Storm Goretti Triggers Snow Melt Chaos
12 Jan
Summary
- Heavy rain and snow melt combined pose significant flooding risks across the UK.
- Over 12,000 properties remained without power following Storm Goretti.
- Water supply issues persist in several areas due to storm damage.
The UK is on high alert for significant flooding as Storm Goretti's aftermath brings a convergence of heavy rainfall and rapid snow melt. The Met Office has warned that increasing temperatures are accelerating a thaw across the north, exacerbating flood concerns.
Numerous flood alerts and warnings were active across the country over the weekend. In Scotland, Dumfries and Galloway, and the west and north are identified as areas with the greatest flood risk. Transport disruption, including potential road closures due to flooding, is a major concern, with wind gusts up to 85mph also impacting the northwest.
Beyond flooding, the storm left a considerable impact on infrastructure. More than 12,000 homes remained without power on Sunday evening. Several areas, particularly in the South East and South West, experienced severe water supply issues, with companies working to restore services amid burst mains and damaged treatment facilities. Sadly, a man was found deceased in Cornwall after a tree fell on his caravan.
