US EditionStorm Goretti Live as Rare Red Weather Warning Issued for UK
Storm Goretti may cause 15-25 cm snow in hills with amber and yellow warnings issued, risking travel delays, power cuts, and school closures across the UK, Met Office said.
- On Thursday , the Met Office announced amber and yellow warnings for parts of the UK as Storm Goretti brings heavy rain, strong winds and snow.
- Météo‑France named the developing low-pressure system Storm Goretti, saying it will bring strong winds, heavy rain and snow to the UK.
- Forecasters warned of 5-10 cm widely, 15-25 cm in Wales and Midlands, with gusts of 50-60mph in south-west England and 80-90mph in exposed places.
- Transport networks face disruption with delays and cancellations as the Met Office said heavy snow may cause difficult travelling conditions, cutting off rural communities and causing power and signal outages.
- Parents should check the UK Government school information site for closures on Thursday, while the UK Health Security Agency issued amber cold weather health alerts until January 11, warning vulnerable groups face severe health impacts and carers have missed home visits.
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