Britons are facing chaos on roads and trains after heavy snowfall and hurricane-force winds battered the UK.
The fallout from Storm Goretti has seen multiple rail lines and roads closed or severely delayed on Thursday, as well as dozens of flights to and from Heathrow Airport cancelled.
Fallen trees, damaged infrastructure, and “intense” snowfall has been reported across the country as the Met Office extended three snow and ice weather warnings into Saturday.
A weather station in Cornwall reported hurricane-force gales of 123mph at 7.30pm on Thursday amid a rare red “danger to life” warning. Nearly 150,000 households were also left without power following outages in the South West, Midlands, and south Wales.
More than 250 schools remain closed, including more than 150 in Aberdeenshire, dozens in the Highlands and Aberdeen, and a number in Moray.
Forecasters said Storm Goretti “continues to cause problems” with snow still falling in the east of England.
Key Points
- Hurricane-force winds of 123mph recorded in Cornwall
- Key roads blocked by accidents, snow and trees
- Snow causes school closures, power cuts and travel disruption
- Thousands left without any power supply
- Environment Agency issues 12 flood warnings and more than 100 flood alerts
‘Airlines must provide appropriate care, even where disruption is caused by severe weather’
19:30 , Nicole Wootton-CaneThe Independent’s travel correspondent Simon Calder reports:
A leading travel industry figure has issued advice for airline passengers hoping to travel over the weekend. Additional disruption is forecast for Saturday and Sunday.
Julia Lo Bue-Said OBE, chief executive of the Advantage Travel Partnership, said: “As Storm Goretti grips the UK, we are urging travellers to prepare for disruption to their travel plans across this weekend. Severe weather has already led to flight cancellations and delays as well as the suspension of a number of rail services across parts of the UK. With the storm set to continue throughout Saturday and Sunday, we expect further disruptions ahead.
“Passengers due to travel should plan ahead, closely monitor updates from airlines, airports and transport operators, and allow extra time for their journeys.
“Passengers should also be aware that if their flight is cancelled, they are entitled to a refund or re-routing to their destination under consumer protection rules, and airlines must provide appropriate care, even where disruption is caused by severe weather.”
Cornish Pirates rugby club stands 'fallen victim' to Storm Goretti, club shares
19:00 , Nicole Wootton-CaneThe stadium of Cornish Pirates rugby club in Penzance has been damaged by Storm Goretti, the club has said.
The roof on the main grandstand at the Mennaye Field has had large chunks torn off it by the strong winds.
“We hope everyone is staying safe amidst Storm Goretti, but unfortunately The Mennaye and the main grandstand has fallen victim, with some significant damage,” the club said in a statement posted on social media.
“Our next match will go ahead as planned, with Redruth and Camborne willing to host us should we need to and subject to RFU clearance.”
In pictures: Snow blankets parts of the UK
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Increased flood risk in coming days
18:00 , Nicole Wootton-CaneForecasters have warned of an increased flood risk in coming days as snow and ice brought by Storm Goretti melt.
There are currently 12 flood warnings and 105 flood alerts in place across England. Flood warnings mean flooding is likely, and flood alerts mean it is possible.
“Local flooding from rivers is probable across parts of the East Midlands today (Friday) and tomorrow, with local inland flooding possible more widely across eastern England and the Midlands, and possible but not expected elsewhere today,” the Environment Agency website says.
“Local inland flooding is possible but not expected across parts of the North of England on Sunday and Monday.
“Land, roads and some properties could flood and there could be travel disruption.”
Watch: Dazzling pink sky sparks mystery over Birmingham
17:30 , Nicole Wootton-CaneWeather conditions left prisoners unable to get to court
17:00 , Nicole Wootton-CaneDisruption on the roads also affected the criminal justice system, with no remand prisoners at all being transported to Birmingham Crown Court.
An aborted sentencing hearing for a HMP Birmingham inmate convicted of the attempted murder of his wife was told only six members of staff were on duty in the court’s cell block.
Judge Richard Bond informed barristers attending the hearing remotely: “I am really sorry we are in this position but the Prison Service have not produced anyone at Birmingham Crown Court today.”
The case was later adjourned to February 6 after the judge ruled a video-link appearance was not satisfactory, given the seriousness of the case and the need for an interpreter.
Watch: Simon Calder documents chaos across train travel in Midlands as Storm Goretti brings heavy snowfall
16:38 , Nicole Wootton-CaneMP calls for Cobra meeting over storm impact
16:30 , Nicole Wootton-CaneThe government has been urged to convene a meeting of the emergency Cobra committee to respond to Storm Goretti.
Gideon Amos, Liberal Democrat MP for Taunton and Wellington in Somerset, said: “The government’s Cobra committee must urgently be convened to ensure fast help is delivered across the region.
“The South West is routinely overlooked by the government, but we cannot be ignored in this time of need.”
A Downing Street spokesperson previously said the government has "well rehearsed" plans in place to deal with severe weather.
How are UK airports looking for the rest of Friday?
16:15 , Nicole Wootton-CaneThe Independent’s travel correspondent Simon Calder reports:
The UK’s busiest airport, London Heathrow, has seen more than 50 cancellations during Friday as the arrivals rate slowed down to permit sufficient air-traffic control separation. British Airways grounded more than 40, with other airlines – Aer Lingus, Air France, Lufthansa, SAS and Swiss – cancelling a further 10.
Birmingham airport saw 16 diversions on Thursday night into Friday, together with a dozen cancellations. Many holiday flights are delayed by several hours, and an easyJet flight to Belfast International is currently over nine hours late.
In the Channel Islands, flights have resumed. Both Jersey and Guernsey airports closed at 6pm on Thursday. They reopened around 9am, after around a dozen flights had been cancelled.
Under air passengers’ rights rules, travellers whose flights are cancelled are entitled to be flown to their destination as soon as possible on any airline, and to be provided with meals and hotels until they get there – unless they were flying from the Channel Islands, due to an unusual loophole.
Other UK major airports, including Gatwick, Luton, Stansted and Manchester are running smoothly, though with some minor delays. Edinburgh has a few cancellations, involving British Airways and easyJet flights grounded because of problems at Heathrow and Birmingham respectively.
Trains now running through West Midlands
15:56 , Nicole Wootton-CanePassengers are now able to travel to and through the West Midlands, reports The Independent’s travel correspondent Simon Calder.
Avanti West Coast services from northwest England that would normally be routed through Wolverhampton, Birmingham and Coventry were instead dispatched via the Trent Valley line, further north.
The first Avanti West Coast train able to run on the appointed route arrived 15 minutes late at Birmingham New Street, but then picked up time. It is now at Milton Keynes Central, en route to London Euston.
The main operator, West Midlands Railways, has issued a Do Not Travel warning for the morning, saying: “we are unable to operate any services due to the disruption to services and infrastructure caused by Storm Goretti.”
Trains resumed around lunchtime.
Simon is now at Rugby on a long and winding – but inexpensive – journey from Manchester to the capital.
Over 300,000 in France without power as Goretti sweeps nation
15:40 , Albert TothStrong winds from Storm Goretti have also battered northwestern France today.
No major damage has been reported, but some 320,000 homes were still without power at midday, down from 380,000 earlier, national power grid operator Enedis said. Most of the outages were concentrated in the Normandy region.
France's national weather service, Météo-France, had issued weather warnings ahead of the storm, urging residents to remain home. An overnight wind gust of up to 213 kph (132 mph) was recorded in Gatteville-le-Phare in Normandy.
Regional train services were suspended across northwestern France, with disruptions expected to last at least until Friday afternoon. High-speed rail services were operating, and authorities said they anticipated minimal impact on flights at Paris airports.
Most of UK covered by overnight weather warnings
15:20 , Albert TothThe Met Office updated its weather warnings for the UK earlier today, putting three in place which cover the most of the UK and will last overnight into Saturday.
The yellow warning for ice which covers most of Wales and the West Midlands will continue until midday on Saturday.
Meanwhile, a snow and ice warning spanning all of Northern Ireland will take effect from 5pm, and last until 11am.
Another yellow warning for snow and ice which covers most of Scotland and the North East took effect from midday, and will last until 3pm on Friday.
However, there will be little relief for Scotland as another yellow warning for snow and ice covers most of the nation from 2am to 3pm on Sunday.
Pink skies spotted over Birmingham
15:10 , Nicole Wootton-CaneVivid pink skies were spotted over a snowy Birmingham last night, leaving residents wondering if the Midlands was a new sighting spot for the northern lights.
The colourful scenes prompted much speculation on social media - but the explanation was a bit more down to earth.
LED lights used by Birmingham City’s football club on their ground were the culprit, the club has confirmed.
Speaking to the BBC, weather presenter Simon King said cloud cover and falling snow meant the sky could be more reflective.
The west Midlands saw heavy snowfall on Thursday night, with officials describing it as the “worst in a decade”.
Everything we know about Storm Goretti's impact
15:00 , Nicole Wootton-CaneCommunities across the UK are reeling from the impact of Storm Goretti as snow and ice continue to impact much of the country.
Here’s everything you need to know about the storm’s impact:
• Multiple rail lines remain closed or on reduced service following “heavy and intense” snowfall
• At least 69 flights to or from Heathrow Airport have been cancelled on Friday, disrupting an estimated 9,000 passengers
• Key roads are also closed in Cornwall, the north of England, and Scotland as authorities deal with mounting snow and ice and fallen trees and debris
• Around 250 schools remain closed on Friday, mostly in Scotland
• At least 45,000 people remain without power in Cornwall
• Several shipping containers fell from two vessels off the Isle of Wight overnight
Recap: 'Storm Goretti will be a multi-hazard event'
14:30 , Nicole Wootton-CaneStorm Goretti arrived in the UK on Thursday evening bringing gusts of up to 100mph as a rare red warning for “dangerous, stormy” winds was issued.
Recordings of gusts up to 123mph were reported in Cornwall amid a “danger to life” warning.
Weather warnings are in place for snow, wind, rain and ice across the country, ahead of likely “disruption and dangerous travelling conditions”.
Much of the storm has now cleared to the east, but multiple weather warnings remain in place and stretch into Saturday.
Cold weather payments: One million households now eligible for DWP cash in Storm Goretti
14:15 , Nicole Wootton-CaneTo help support people during cold snaps such as Storm Goretti, the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) runs the cold weather payment scheme for qualifying households.
This is a one-off payment of £25 that is triggered for every seven-day period where the temperature in an area is at or below zero degrees.
Our reporter Albert Toth has information on all the qualifying postcodes below:
Cold weather payments: One million households eligible for DWP cash in Storm Goretti
What rights do you have to compensation for cancelled or delayed flights?
14:00 , Nicole Wootton-CaneAt least 69 flights scheduled to operate to or from Heathrow airport on Friday have been cancelled amid high winds and snow caused by Storm Goretti.
The cancellations are estimated to have disrupted more than 9,000 passengers.
But what are your rights if your flight is cancelled or delayed?
The Independent’s travel correspondent Simon Calder has all you need to know below:
Can you get a refund for cancelled or delayed flights? Your rights explained
Storm Goretti clears to the east as more snow possible in Scotland
13:45 , Nicole Wootton-CaneStorm Goretti has now cleared to the east after gusts as strong as 99mph were recorded at St Mary’s in the Isles of Scilly, and as much as 16cm of snow was recorded at Lake Vyrnwy in Wales, the Met Office said.
Met Office chief forecaster Steve Willington said more snow is possible on Sunday, after a “largely dry” Saturday away from northeastern parts of Scotland and England.
A yellow warning for snow and ice will be in force for much of Scotland from 2am until 3pm on Sunday.
Mr Willington said: “A further 2-5cm of snow is possible to accumulate at low levels within the warning area on Sunday, with 10-20cm possible over higher ground. With much of this falling in areas that have already seen severe snowfall, ongoing disruption is likely.
“Those in central and southern England and Wales will see this fall as rain, in what will be a wet Sunday for many.”
When will it snow next in the UK after Storm Goretti?
13:30 , Nicole Wootton-CaneTemperatures have plummeted across the UK over the last two weeks, and while Storm Goretti is set to pass on Friday, conditions will remain wintry.
You can read the latest on the upcoming forecast below:
Seven rescue missions launched by RNLI in 'hurricane-force winds' on Thursday
13:22 , Nicole Wootton-CaneRoyal National Lifeboat Institution (RNLI) volunteers battled “hurricane strength” conditions to rescue people from boats as Storm Goretti hit Cornwall.
Falmouth RNLI responded to seven separate incidents on Thursday night in winds described as the “worst” ever seen by volunteers.
The crew was called out at about 7:10pm as a number of vessels were breaking free from their moorings with people aboard.
RNLI volunteers worked for three hours in strong winds and heavy rain to assist people in difficulty.
Nick Head, coxswain, said: “The conditions were very tricky with 90mph winds, torrential rain and hail, and it was certainly the worst weather conditions I’ve been out in as coxswain.”
The National Coastwatch Institution (NCI)’s Padstow station recorded winds of 123mph at around 7:30pm.
Any winds above 73mph are considered a hurricane, according to the Royal Meteorological Society.
Temperatures plunged below -13C in Scotland overnight
13:15 , Nicole Wootton-CaneThe Met Office has published the lowest temperature recorded in the UK overnight.
Braemar, Aberdeenshire saw the chilliest conditions at -13.3C.
Environment Agency issues 12 flood warnings and more than 100 flood alerts
13:06 , Nicole Wootton-CaneThe Environment Agency has issued 12 flood warnings and more than 100 flood alerts across England in the aftermath of Storm Goretti.
Flood warnings, meaning flooding is expected, are in place across the south coast, east coast, and Midlands.
Flood alerts, meaning flooding is possible, are in place widely, particularly in the south east and north east. Five flood alerts are also in place in Wales.
The map below shows affected areas - flood warnings are red, and flood alerts are orange.
What is a weather bomb?
13:00 , Nicole Wootton-CaneAlso known as explosive cyclogenesis, a weather bomb is caused when the central pressure in an area of low pressure falls rapidly.
The pressure has to fall by 24 millibars in 24 hours to qualify.
BBC Weather meteorologist Simon King explained that Storm Goretti comfortably meets this threshold, with pressure falling by around 36 millibars between 6pm on Wednesday and 6pm on Thursday.
In pictures: Storm Goretti rips into sea walls in Folkestone, Kent
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Join our AMA with travel correspondent Simon Calder
12:45 , Nicole Wootton-CaneThe Independent’s travel correspondent Simon Calder is answering your questions from 1pm.
The theme of the session is ‘Travel in 2026’ - but this can include any queries you may have about storm-related disruptions.
To find out more and join Simon, click the link below:
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Q&A with Simon Calder: travel disruption and what to know in 2026
Government has 'well rehearsed' plans in place to deal with severe weather, No 10 says
12:35 , Nicole Wootton-CaneThe Independent’s political correspondent Millie Cooke reports:
The government has "well rehearsed" plans in place to deal with severe weather, Downing Street has insisted, saying it is working with "teams from local authorities, the emergency services and other public bodies to respond to the disruption".
The prime minister's official spokesperson said that around 0.21 per cent of British customers are currently without power, after around 150,000 people had power restored.
The spokesperson said: "We recognise the significant impact this has had. As we set out yesterday, the security minister held a briefing with officials in the national situation centre. As you're aware, the Cabinet Office issued an emergency alert to half a million people in the isles of Scilly and Cornwall in response to the red weather warning from the Met Office.
"In first instance we continue to urge people to pay attention to advice from the Met Office UK, HSA and local guidance in terms of the broader response."
He added: "Separately, the National Grid is working with local resilience forums to open local community centres and warm spaces in the areas worst impacted by the storm, offering food and accommodation for those who need it today.
"Across the weekend, welfare vans in South West England will also be available to those who require additional support. And the British Red Cross is also providing extra assistance to the most vulnerable customers.”
Multiple problems for Manchester passengers
12:26 , Nicole Wootton-CaneSince 10.30am, the Independent’s travel correspondent, Simon Calder, has been trying to get from the Salford Quays area of Manchester to London – with a journey that has not gone smoothly. A tram broke down. That doubled the normal journey time to Manchester Piccadilly station – and requiring him to join a live streamed news programme from a moving tram.
At the city’s rail hub, all the arrivals shown were either delayed or cancelled. Northern, TransPennine Express and East Midlands Railway have halted services between Manchester and Sheffield via the Hope Valley Line. In addition, the line to Crewe was temporarily closed.
With Avanti West Coast taking trains out of the schedule, he decided to head for Stoke on Trent on Northern Trains to see if his prospects improved further south. He was last reported to be passing through Macclesfield.
One piece of good news for travellers: Northern had planned to cancel trains all day from Manchester to Hadfield (the station for Glossop). But the service has been reinstated, with the first departure leaving on time at 11.33am.
Storm Goretti causes 'major disruption' across Cornwall with 45,000 without power
12:17 , Nicole Wootton-CaneStorm Goretti has caused “major disruption across parts of Cornwall”, according to council leader Leigh Frost.
In a message posted on Cornwall Council’s social media channels, he said the storm had caused damage to “roads, coastal areas and local infrastructure”.
“More than 45,000 homes are currently without power and we’re hopeful that National Grid will restore supplies by midday but obviously be prepared for delays,” he said.
“Council teams have been working alongside our emergency services and partner organisations to respond throughout the night and clean-up operations are now underway but the scale of the damage means that this will likely take several days.
“Our priority is to make the roads, footways and critical infrastructure safe but driving conditions remain treacherous.
“The A30 remains closed in both ways between St Erth and Long Rock due to multiple fallen trees.
“Police and specialist contractors are on the scene but clearance will take time.
“Please avoid affected areas where possible and if you can work from home today please do.”
Snow accumulations reach 27cm in Scotland
12:10 , Nicole Wootton-CaneThe Met Office has published snow accumulations,with 15cm recorded at Lake Vyrnwy in Powys, 7cm at Preston Montford in Shropshire and 7cm in Nottingham.
Accumulations continue to rise in Scotland, with 27cm at Altnaharra in Sutherland, 26cm at Loch Glascarnoch and 22cm at Durris in Kincardineshire.
Why is it called Storm Goretti?
12:00 , Nicole Wootton-CaneAs snowfall and high winds continue to wreak havoc across the country, many will find themselves asking - why is the Arctic mass called Storm Goretti?
The first storm of the year was been named by France’s forecaster as the severe wintry weather brought caused strong winds across the Channel.
The Independent’s Holly Evans has more on the naming of the storm below:
Shipping containers fell from boats in high winds overnight
11:50 , Nicole Wootton-CaneSeveral shipping containers have fallen from two vessels off the Isle of Wight overnight, according to the Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA).
A number of refrigerated containers were reported falling into the sea from a cargo ship near Nab Tower at 11.10pm on Thursday and seven empty containers fell from the second ship which was 16 nautical miles south of St Catherine’s Point, Isle of Wight at 11.55pm.
An MCA spokesman said: “HM Coastguard is monitoring the situation closely and has sent a fixed-wing aircraft. Navigational warnings are being broadcast to shipping.
“Non-perishable wreck material arriving on shore, including cargo, must be reported to the Receiver of Wreck within 28 days.”
Last month, containers filled with bananas, plantain and avocados washed up on the south coast after falling from the Baltic Klipper near the Nab Tower lighthouse off Bembridge.
British Gas expects 60,000 callouts this week
11:30 , Nicole Wootton-CaneBritish Gas is expecting 60,000 callouts this week as Storm Goretti sweeps across the UK
As the extreme weather hits British Gas is urging households to prepare for heating breakdowns.
Last winter, more than 1.2 million customers called on British Gas engineers to fix broken boilers and get their heating and hot water system back up and running.
In pictures: Storm Goretti brings high winds to Falmouth
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Hurricane-force winds recorded in Cornwall
11:16 , Nicole Wootton-CaneHurricane-force winds were recorded in Cornwall on Thursday evening amid a rare red “danger to life” warning in the area.
The readings of 123mph were reported by the National Coastwatch Institution (NCI)’s Padstow station at around 7:30pm.
Any winds above 73mph are considered a hurricane, according to the Royal Meteorological Society.
Storm Goretti 'continues to cause problems', forecasters say
11:10 , Nicole Wootton-CaneStorm Goretti “continues to cause problems” as a mixture of rain, sleet and snow batters some areas, the Met Office said.
Meteorologist Alex Deakin said the storm will continue to clear throughout Friday, but many still face a “wet, cold, miserable day”.
He said: “Storm Goretti continues to cause problems through Friday morning, particularly across parts of eastern England, where we are seeing a mixture of rain, sleet, and still some snow falling.
“The heavy snow over the west Midlands and Wales has now eased but of course, is still lying on the floor and still causing some disruption.
“Gradually, through the day, the storm will continue to clear away, but it’s going to still be a wet, cold miserable day across much of eastern England, and still icy across parts of northern Britain as well.”
What are your rights if your train is cancelled or delayed?
11:00 , Nicole Wootton-CanePeople across the UK are facing disruption after Storm Goretti forced a number of rail lines to close.
If you’ve been caught up in the chaos, you may be wondering what your rights are.
The Independent’s travel correspondent Simon Calder has everything you need to know below:
At least 69 flights from Heathrow cancelled
10:44 , Nicole Wootton-CaneAt least 69 flights scheduled to operate to or from Heathrow airport on Friday have been cancelled.
The cancellations are likely to have disrupted more than 9,000 passengers flying from the UK’s largest airport.
The majority of the cancellations are short-haul flights by British Airways, which is the largest airline at Heathrow.
Transport for Wales suspends lines
10:40 , Nicole Wootton-CaneThe Independent’s travel correspondent Simon Calder reports:
Transport for Wales has suspended many rail lines, including:
- Birmingham International via Shrewsbury to Aberystwyth
- All services west of Carmarthen
- Llandudno to Blaenau Ffestiniog
- Craven Arms to Swansea (via Heart of Wales Line)
- Hereford to Shrewsbury.
In pictures: Storm Goretti causes chaos across UK
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British Gas issues frozen pipes warning as Storm Goretti hits UK
10:20 , Nicole Wootton-CaneBritish Gas forecasts that 60,000 households across Britain are expected to need help with their heating and water systems this week alone as Storm Goretti takes its toll.
The cold weather can affect boilers, pipes, and radiators – and bills are likely to rise to match.
The Independent’s Albert Toth has been speaking to British Ga service and repair engineer Joanna Flowers about how to keep your home warm during the storm:
British Gas issues warning to households as Storm Goretti hits UK
Airports shut and trains cancelled as ‘do no travel’ warnings issued for Storm Goretti
10:15 , Nicole Wootton-CaneAs Storm Goretti continues to cause mayhem across the UK, The Independent’s travel correspondent Simon Calder has the latest problems for travellers on Friday and into the weekend.
Travel disruption across UK as ‘do no travel’ warnings issued for Storm Goretti
More weather warnings issued for Saturday
10:00 , Nicole Wootton-CaneThree yellow “snow and ice” warnings have been extended into Saturday by the Met Office.
The warnings cover Scotland and large swathes of northern England, the Midlands, and parts of the south west, as well as Wales and Northern Ireland.
A yellow warning for snow and ice comes into force from midday Friday until 3pm on Saturday, with further snowfall possible across parts of northern England and much of Scotland, while a widespread risk of ice is expected to cause disruption.
A separate yellow warning for ice will cover large parts of England and Wales from midday Friday until midday Saturday as partially thawed snow refreezes, accompanied by wintry showers and freezing fog.
In Northern Ireland, a yellow warning for snow and ice will come into force from 5pm on Friday and run until 11am on Saturday, with the Met Office warning of icy patches and some hill snow.
More than 250 schools closed on Friday
09:50 , Nicole Wootton-CaneMore than 250 schools are due to remain closed on Friday after heavy snowfall and high winds hit the UK.
The number includes more than 150 in Aberdeenshire, dozens in the Highlands and Aberdeen, and a number in Moray.
You can check to see if your child’s school is on the list below:
Full list of UK schools closed today as Storm Goretti continues to cause disruption
Got questions about the storm? Join Simon Calder's AMA
09:40 , Nicole Wootton-CaneAs Storm Goretti batters the UK causing widespread disruption, you may have questions about your travel plans and how you will be affected.
The Independent’s travel correspondent Simon Calder will be on hand to answer your queries in his ask me anything at 1pm on Friday.
Its theme is ‘Travel in 2026’, but you are free to put any Goretti-related disruption questions to Simon.
You can find out more below:
Q&A with Simon Calder: travel disruption and what to know in 2026
In pictures: The UK wakes up to wintry conditions
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Key roads blocked by accidents, snow and trees
09:15 , Nicole Wootton-CaneTravel correspondent Simon Calder reports:
Three lanes are closed on the M1 in Derbyshire between junctions 28 (Alfreton) and 29 to (Chesterfield) due to an accident, with long tailbacks.
Some A-roads in the Midlands are close to impassable because of the heavy snow.
The main north-south road through mid-Wales, the A483, is closed between Crossgates and Newtown due to unstable trees.
In Cornwall, National Highways is warning: “The A30 in Cornwall is closed in both directions between the A394 (Longrock) and A3074 (Longstone) due to a large number of fallen trees that are blocking the road. Specialist crews are on scene and working to clear the trees from the carriageway.”
The affected stretch is between Hayle and Penzance.
Traffic Scotland is warning motorists everywhere in the Highlands of ice and snow, and urging them to be aware of reduced visibility, snow gate closures and abandoned vehicles obstructing the road.
Power restored to nearly 150,000 properties, National Grid says
09:11 , Nicole Wootton-CanePower has been restored to 147,983 properties across the South West, Midlands, and South Wales after Storm Goretti disrupted access to some sites on Thursday evening, the National Grid said.
It added its teams will “continue to work tirelessly” throughout the day on Friday to restore power to the remaining properties without power.
Fresh weather warnings issued in Scotland and northern England for Sunday
09:02 , Nicole Wootton-CaneFresh weather warnings for snow and ice have been issued by the Met Office for much of Scotland and the north of England on Sunday.
A yellow warning covering large parts of Scotland, the East and West Midlands, north east and north west England and Yorkshire will come into force at 2am on Sunday, expected to run until 3pm.
