Storm Goretti: UK Braces for 'Weather Bomb' with Widespread Disruption
As Storm Goretti intensifies, the UK is bracing for a "weather bomb" that will bring severe snowfall and violent winds to parts of England and Wales. The storm, which has evolved from a named low-pressure system, is now expected to be one of the most powerful in recent history.
A red weather warning has been issued for Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly, where winds of up to 100mph are forecasted, with even higher gusts recorded at St Mary's airport. Meanwhile, amber warnings cover large swaths of England and Wales, including Birmingham, Leicester, and Nottingham, where heavy snowfall is predicted.
The Met Office has warned that the storm could cause widespread damage to buildings and homes, with roofs blown off and power lines brought down. "A storm becomes a weather bomb when its central pressure drops by more than 24 millibars in 24 hours, causing violent winds," said meteorologist Alex Burkill.
Travel disruptions are expected to be severe, with over 47,000 properties currently without power across the south-west. National Grid has issued guidelines for residents, including keeping a torch and fully charged mobile phone ready for use. Dŵr Cymru and Scottish Water have also advised customers to protect exposed pipes and water tanks.
The storm is expected to hit overnight before waning on Friday, but not before causing significant disruption across the UK. Schools are already reporting closures, with over 250 set to remain shut on Friday alone.
Wales, in particular, will bear the brunt of the storm, with up to 30cm of snowfall predicted. The Midlands and South Yorkshire can also expect heavy snowfall, making travel particularly difficult.
The National Health Service has put in place amber cold weather health alerts, warning that severe effects can be expected across health and social care services. Officials predict a rise in deaths, particularly among those aged 65 and over or with health conditions.
As the storm continues to intensify, residents are advised to remain vigilant and take necessary precautions to stay safe.
As Storm Goretti intensifies, the UK is bracing for a "weather bomb" that will bring severe snowfall and violent winds to parts of England and Wales. The storm, which has evolved from a named low-pressure system, is now expected to be one of the most powerful in recent history.
A red weather warning has been issued for Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly, where winds of up to 100mph are forecasted, with even higher gusts recorded at St Mary's airport. Meanwhile, amber warnings cover large swaths of England and Wales, including Birmingham, Leicester, and Nottingham, where heavy snowfall is predicted.
The Met Office has warned that the storm could cause widespread damage to buildings and homes, with roofs blown off and power lines brought down. "A storm becomes a weather bomb when its central pressure drops by more than 24 millibars in 24 hours, causing violent winds," said meteorologist Alex Burkill.
Travel disruptions are expected to be severe, with over 47,000 properties currently without power across the south-west. National Grid has issued guidelines for residents, including keeping a torch and fully charged mobile phone ready for use. Dŵr Cymru and Scottish Water have also advised customers to protect exposed pipes and water tanks.
The storm is expected to hit overnight before waning on Friday, but not before causing significant disruption across the UK. Schools are already reporting closures, with over 250 set to remain shut on Friday alone.
Wales, in particular, will bear the brunt of the storm, with up to 30cm of snowfall predicted. The Midlands and South Yorkshire can also expect heavy snowfall, making travel particularly difficult.
The National Health Service has put in place amber cold weather health alerts, warning that severe effects can be expected across health and social care services. Officials predict a rise in deaths, particularly among those aged 65 and over or with health conditions.
As the storm continues to intensify, residents are advised to remain vigilant and take necessary precautions to stay safe.
people need to be super prepared for this storm 
, especially with that many properties without power it's gonna be a long night 
... i hope everyone has a plan in place for emergency situations like this 
and yeah 250+ schools closing on friday alone? that's just crazy 
. And don't even get me started on those 47,000 properties without power... like, how's that gonna happen? National Grid should've seen this coming, I swear 
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omg u guys i no its scary but i think we need to be realistic here its not like this is gonna be the end of the world lol its just a storm & weve been through worse winters before remember that one in 2010 when it snowed like crazy? 
its just snow and wind u can prep w/ warm drinks & blankets n ur good 2 go 
but seriously, 250 schools closed on friday? thats a lotta disruption 
and wales is gonna get slammed w/ that much snow 
i hope ppl r preppin w/ food n water 4 the weekend lol 
. This storm sounds like it's going to be a total disaster for them - no school, no playdates, and who knows what kind of mess they'll come home to 
. As a parent, you can't prepare your kids for the worst, but you want to make sure they're safe and sound 
. I hope all those parents in Cornwall are doing okay over there - my family is actually planning a trip to visit our grandparents who live nearby, so we're keeping our fingers crossed that it doesn't get too bad 
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. As a parent, you just want what's best for your little ones, and when something like this happens, you feel so helpless 
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. Anyway, I do think it's crazy how intense this storm is going to be. 30cm of snow in Wales? That's insane! 
. Guess we'll just have to hunker down and wait it out... fingers crossed the roads clear up soon 
. Can only imagine how tough it must be for the older folks and those with health conditions 
. Keep an eye on those health alerts, everyone 
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i know some people might say it's about time for the uk to get some winter weather but like isn't it always better when we don't have to worry about getting our cars stuck in the snow? 
And all that snowfall in Wales? Not exactly what you want on a Friday morning, you know? 
️ As someone who lives in the south-west, I can already imagine the power outages and travel chaos. And poor NHS, gotta feel for them having to deal with all this... 
What's gonna happen when it hits? Will it be a total "weather bomb" like they say? 
Can't wait to see how things play out! 
we need to be prepared & not just rely on gov. anyhoo, hope every1 stays warm & safe thru this storm 
anyhoo met office says its gonna cause major damage so lets all send our positive vibes to the affected areas 
anyway, gotta stay safe and indoors for now 
hopefully our emergency services are ready to handle all the chaos 
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. hope everyone's prepared to hunker down and ride this out... but honestly, I'm not holdin my breath 
. And ohmygosh, 47k+ properties without power? That's like, no Netflix or socials for weeks 
, and maybe grab that torch and phone charger now