What is Storm Goretti and what warnings are in place for the UK?

Storm Goretti is the first named storm of the year, bringing amber weather warnings for heavy snow and high winds across the UK.

How much snow and wind is expected from Storm Goretti in the UK?

The storm could bring 10-30cm of snow, especially on hills, and winds of 80-90mph, with a risk to life from waves and debris.

What travel disruptions are expected due to Storm Goretti?

Significant disruptions are predicted for trains and flights, with potential for rural areas to be cut off and power outages.

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Storm Goretti Unleashes Snow Chaos Across UK

8 Jan

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Summary

Amber weather warnings issued for heavy snow and high winds.
Potential for 10-30cm of snow, with up to 90mph winds.
Significant travel disruption expected, including flight cancellations.

Storm Goretti Unleashes Snow Chaos Across UK

Storm Goretti, the first named storm of the year, has brought severe weather warnings to the UK. Amber alerts are in place for heavy snow and strong winds, with the potential for 10-30cm of snow and gusts reaching 90mph in exposed areas. These conditions pose a danger to life due to large waves and flying debris, particularly in coastal regions like Cornwall.

Significant travel disruption is anticipated. Flights to and from Amsterdam have already faced mass cancellations, impacting travel between the Netherlands and the UK. Train services, particularly in Scotland, are experiencing delays and cancellations due to snowdrifts. Rural communities may become cut off, and power cuts or mobile signal interruptions are likely.

Beyond the immediate storm impacts, amber cold health alerts have been issued for all of England until Sunday, January 12, 2026, warning of potential significant impacts on health and social care services. Vulnerable individuals, especially those over 65 or with existing health conditions, are at increased risk of health issues.