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.
A massive fire has engulfed a carpet factory in Tyseley, Birmingham. Nearly 80 firefighters are on the scene. Residents are urged to avoid the area and keep windows closed.
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.
A major fire has erupted in Tyseley, Birmingham, with 40 firefighters tackling the blaze. The public is urged to avoid the Seeleys Road area. Live updates.
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The Met Office has issued an amber snow warning for parts of the UK as Storm Goretti approaches. Up to 30cm could fall, causing major travel disruption. Read the official travel advice.
The Midlands faces significant disruption as an amber Met Office snow warning is issued. Up to 4.6 inches of snow is forecast to hit towns including Birmingham and Wolverhampton from 8pm Thursday. Stay informed.
The Met Office has issued fresh weather warnings as Storm Goretti threatens heavy snow, black ice and 90mph winds across the UK, causing travel disruption and danger to life.
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The Met Office issues amber warnings as Storm Goretti threatens up to 30cm of snow across 96 UK regions from Thursday to Saturday. Stay informed and prepare for travel disruption.
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The Met Office issues rare amber alerts for 31 UK areas as Storm Goretti threatens heavy snow, travel chaos, and potential power cuts. Stay informed on the latest weather warnings.
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The Met Office has issued a 13-hour amber warning for heavy snow in Birmingham and the West Midlands from Thursday night, with up to 30cm possible. Travel disruption is expected. Read the latest forecast.
The Met Office warns of 10-15cm of snow in Birmingham from Thursday night, causing major travel disruption. Stay updated on Storm Goretti's impact.
The Met Office has issued an amber snow warning for Birmingham and the West Midlands, with up to 30cm forecast. Disruption is expected Thursday into Friday. Here's what you need to know.
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The Met Office has issued an amber snow warning for Birmingham and the Midlands from Thursday night. Residents are urged to prepare essential items and expect severe travel disruption.
The Met Office has issued a severe weather warning for heavy snow and potential power cuts across 15 parts of Birmingham and the Midlands from Thursday night. Residents urged to prepare for travel disruption.
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The Met Office has issued yellow warnings for snow across 66 parts of England, Scotland, and Wales from Wednesday. Up to 20cm could settle, causing travel disruption. Check the full list of affected areas.
Storm Goretti is set to bring heavy snow and disruption to Britain from Thursday evening, with up to 20cm forecast for the West Midlands. Get the latest travel updates.
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