West Midlands snow ends as milder, wetter weather arrives
The Met Office confirms an end to disruptive snow in the West Midlands. Find out the detailed forecast for milder temperatures, heavy showers, and strong winds next week.
The Met Office confirms an end to disruptive snow in the West Midlands. Find out the detailed forecast for milder temperatures, heavy showers, and strong winds next week.
Brockswood Animal Sanctuary faces 'darkest moment' as Storm Goretti collapses shelters, kills a duck, and forces emergency closure. Staff appeal for urgent donations to survive.
Experts warn British motorists against dangerous TikTok de-icing trends during the freeze. Learn safe alternatives to prevent costly windscreen and engine damage.
Dramatic footage shows a massive tree destroying a children's bedroom in Trecarne, Cornwall, during Storm Goretti. The youngsters escaped unharmed after hearing the tree crack. Read the full story.
Storm Goretti, a 'multi-hazard event,' brings record 99mph winds and the worst Midlands snowfall in 10 years, halting flights and rail services. See the full impact.
National Express West Midlands suspends all services as Storm Goretti brings heavy snow and 'difficult' road conditions. See the full list of affected routes and latest updates.
Storm Goretti's heavy snow brings Birmingham and the West Midlands to a standstill, forcing dozens of school closures and major transport disruption. See the stunning pictures.
Merlin has closed its Birmingham attractions, Sea Life Centre and Cadbury World, on Friday 9 January 2026 for safety as Storm Goretti brings heavy snow and travel chaos.
Heavy snow from Storm Goretti causes severe rail disruption. West Midlands Railway suspended, others run reduced services. Passengers urged not to travel. Full details.
Birmingham wakes to heavy snow causing major disruption. Get the latest hour-by-hour Met Office forecast for the West Midlands to see if more snow is coming this weekend.
Major attractions including Cadbury World and Twycross Zoo are closed on January 9 due to heavy snow from Storm Goretti. Check the full list of closures and updates here.
The Met Office issues amber and yellow warnings as more snow is forecast for Birmingham and the West Midlands this Sunday, January 11. Get the latest weather updates and travel advice here.
Key West Midlands attractions are shut after heavy snowfall from Storm Goretti. Get the latest on closures, travel disruption, and the amber weather warning.
Heavy snow from Storm Goretti forces widespread school closures across Birmingham and the West Midlands. Get the latest list of affected schools and travel updates.
Rail passengers across the West Midlands are urged not to travel as Storm Goretti causes major disruption. Key routes remain closed with limited services until at least midday.
Storm Goretti's heavy snow brings Midlands travel to a standstill. National Express West Midlands suspends all buses until at least 8:30am. Check latest updates.
Severe weather from Storm Goretti has caused widespread rail disruption across the West Midlands. Passengers are urged not to travel on Friday 9 January. Key routes may reopen by midday.
Early morning travel chaos as Storm Goretti brings down a tree on the Metro line between Wednesbury and Birmingham. Bus services also suspended. Check for updates.
Storm Goretti unleashed a dangerous blizzard on Birmingham, dumping up to four inches of snow and causing major transport disruption. Check before you travel.
Storm Goretti brings heavy snowfall to Birmingham and the West Midlands, causing travel disruption and covering streets. See pictures and latest updates.
Storm Goretti brings heavy snow, causing travel chaos. National Express West Midlands diverts dozens of bus services. Check the full list of affected routes and latest travel advice.
An amber weather warning for snow and ice threatens widespread disruption across the West Midlands on Friday, January 9. Check if your child's school is closed using the official government tool.
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.
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 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.
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.
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.