More than 64,000 homes across the United Kingdom were left without electricity after Storm Goretti swept through the country, bringing powerful winds, heavy rain and widespread disruption to daily life.
The storm triggered severe weather conditions across large parts of England, Wales and southwest regions, with strong gusts damaging power lines, uprooting trees and forcing emergency services to respond to hundreds of incidents. Energy companies reported extensive damage to electricity infrastructure, leading to large-scale power cuts that affected both urban and rural communities.
Meteorological authorities warned that the storm intensified rapidly, producing wind speeds strong enough to pose risks to life and property. Residents in several areas received emergency alerts advising them to stay indoors, avoid coastal zones and limit travel while the storm passed through.
Transport networks were also hit hard, with rail services suspended on multiple routes and road closures reported due to fallen trees and debris. Some schools and public facilities were forced to close as a precaution, while airlines warned of possible delays and cancellations.
Utility crews were deployed throughout the night to restore electricity and secure damaged lines, working in challenging conditions. Officials said restoration efforts would continue until all affected homes were reconnected, while urging the public to remain cautious as further strong winds were forecast.
Storm Goretti is the latest in a series of severe weather events to strike the UK this winter, raising renewed concerns about the resilience of power infrastructure amid increasingly extreme weather patterns.
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