Why UK trains stop in extreme cold weather
Storm Goretti forces reduced rail services across the Midlands. Network Rail explains the serious safety risks of ice and snow on the tracks. Travel only if necessary.
Storm Goretti forces reduced rail services across the Midlands. Network Rail explains the serious safety risks of ice and snow on the tracks. Travel only if necessary.
The Met Office has issued a maximum red weather warning for parts of the UK, with Storm Goretti's 100mph winds posing a 'danger to life'. Residents told to stay indoors.
Dozens of schools across Birmingham and the West Midlands are closed on Friday, January 9, 2026, due to heavy snowfall from Storm Goretti. Check the full list of closures and delayed openings here.
Amber snow warning in force. Get the latest on school closures, rail disruption, and safety advice as Storm Goretti hits Birmingham and the West Midlands.
Multiple schools across the Black Country will be closed on Friday, January 9, due to heavy snow from Storm Goretti. See the full list of closures and delayed starts here.
Multiple schools across Birmingham and the West Midlands are closed Friday due to heavy snow from Storm Goretti. Get the latest list of closures and safety updates here.
British Gas warns UK households to set thermostats to at least 7°C as Storm Goretti brings snow and -12.5C temperatures. Expert advice on preventing burst pipes and boiler checks inside.
Experts warn heavy snow, wind, and thaw from Storm Goretti create a high-risk 'triple threat' to flat roofs, risking structural damage. Learn key safety advice.
Storm Goretti threatens Birmingham with rare freezing rain and ice pellets this Sunday. The Met Office has issued amber and yellow warnings. Stay informed and prepare.
Key attractions across Birmingham and the West Midlands have closed as Storm Goretti brings an amber snow warning. Up to 30cm of snow is expected, causing travel disruption. Check for updates.
Amber snow warning issued as Storm Goretti batters Birmingham. Key attractions close, schools shut, and travel is disrupted. Check the latest updates and safety advice here.
An amber warning for snow is in force as Storm Goretti targets Birmingham and the West Midlands with up to 12 inches of heavy snowfall, threatening major travel disruption. Follow live updates.
Birmingham households are urged to prepare an emergency kit with 7 key items as Storm Goretti brings heavy snow and disruption. Met Office issues urgent amber warning.
An amber snow alert warns of power cuts and travel chaos across the Midlands from Thursday night. Key towns at risk include Birmingham, Derby, and Coventry. Stay informed and check on vulnerable neighbours.
National Grid urges West Midlands residents to prepare for power cuts as Storm Goretti brings up to 20cm of snow and -12.5C temperatures. Call 105 in an emergency.
As Storm Goretti brings heavy snow to the West Midlands, some pubs close early for staff safety while others open as warm community refuges. Find out which venues are offering help.
Storm Goretti brings an amber warning for snow, forcing major Birmingham attractions like the Museum and NEC concerts to close. Up to 30cm could fall. Follow live updates.
Birmingham Museum and Art Gallery will close from 2pm on Thursday 8 January and all day Friday 9 January due to an amber weather warning for heavy snow from Storm Goretti.
Birmingham braces for up to 30cm of snow as Storm Goretti hits. The Met Office amber warning is active until 9am Thursday. Get the latest updates and essential advice here.
The Met Office has issued a rare amber snow warning for the West Midlands as Storm Goretti brings heavy snowfall and travel chaos. Up to 30cm could fall on higher ground.
The Met Office has issued a rare amber snow warning for the West Midlands, with Storm Goretti set to bring up to 30cm of snow. Disruption is expected. Stay informed.
Birmingham residents are urged to stay indoors as Storm Goretti brings an amber snow warning. Up to 30cm of snow could fall, disrupting travel on Jan 8-9. Follow Met Office safety advice.
The Met Office has issued yellow and amber warnings for heavy snow across 46 parts of England from January 8-9. Travel disruption and power cuts are expected. Check the full list and stay safe.
An amber weather warning for snow has been issued for the Midlands. Drivers in Birmingham are urged to complete journeys and stay off roads from 6pm Thursday. Read the latest travel advice.
Storm Goretti brings heavy snow and severe travel disruption to the West Midlands. Rail services reduced from 7pm, amber warning for drivers. Check before you travel.
An amber weather warning for snow is in force across the West Midlands from 8pm Thursday to 9am Friday. Up to 15cm of snow could fall, causing major travel disruption. Public urged to avoid non-essential journeys.
The UK faces its most severe snow event in two decades as Storm Goretti hits. Amber warnings are in place for Wales and the Midlands. Get the latest forecast and travel advice here.
Amber weather warnings are in force as Storm Goretti threatens to dump up to 30cm of snow on Birmingham and the West Midlands from Thursday evening. Get the latest forecast and travel advice.
National Highways issues an amber severe weather alert for snow across the Midlands from Thursday evening. Drivers urged to plan for significant travel disruption.
The Met Office has issued an urgent checklist for Birmingham households as Storm Goretti brings heavy snow. Get the latest arrival times and essential safety advice here.