weather
Storm Goretti batters UK with heavy winds and snow
Met Office issues rare red warning as winter storm causes power cuts, travel disruption and school closures
TL;DR
- Storm Goretti brought winds of nearly 100mph and significant snowfall across the UK.
- Tens of thousands of properties experienced power cuts, primarily in the south-west.
- Numerous schools were closed, particularly in Scotland, the Midlands, and Wales.
- Travel chaos ensued with flight cancellations and potential rail service disruptions.
- Further snowfall and ice are forecast for Sunday, with a risk of flooding due to thawing snow.