Storm Goretti live: Red weather warning issued by Met Office with UK set for ‘dangerous’ winds of up to 100mph
Met Office issues rare red ‘danger to life’ wind warning as Storm Goretti approaches UK
- The Met Office has issued a rare red warning for "dangerous, stormy" winds in south-west England, specifically Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly.
- Storm Goretti is forecast to bring "violent gusts" of 80-100mph or more between 4pm and 11pm on Thursday.
- The red warning indicates a high risk to life, substantial travel disruption, power cuts, and widespread damage to property and infrastructure.
- People are advised to avoid travelling and follow guidance from emergency services due to expected impacts like flying debris and very large waves.
- Named by Meteo France, Storm Goretti is a "multi-hazard event" also bringing warnings for snow, rain, and ice across the UK, with up to 30cm of snow possible in some areas.