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Storm Goretti has caused significant disruption across Wales, leading to the closure of dozens of schools and widespread travel difficulties. An amber warning for heavy snow remains active until 09:00 GMT Friday, affecting the south Wales valleys, mid Wales, and parts of north Wales. Snowfall totals are expected to reach between 10 to 15cm in many areas, with higher elevations experiencing up to 30cm. Several hundred homes remain without power as a result of the storm’s impact.
Authorities have urged caution for motorists, especially those traveling on mountain roads in Rhondda Cynon Taf, where hazardous conditions have caused numerous vehicle breakdowns overnight. Rail services have been heavily impacted, with multiple routes suspended or running on reduced schedules. Passengers are advised to verify travel arrangements before setting out. Meanwhile, local councils report crews operating snow ploughs and gritters face difficult conditions, with some operations delayed to ensure staff safety.
The power outage affected around 600 homes across Wales by early Friday morning, with the worst hit regions including Powys, Blaenau Gwent, and Wrexham. Dyfed-Powys Police have issued warnings recommending motorists avoid all but essential travel in Ceredigion and Powys due to numerous incidents triggered by extreme weather. Road closures and difficult driving conditions have been reported on major routes such as the A465 Heads of the Valleys road, the A483 Newtown bypass, and the A44 between Llangurig and Aberystwyth.
Adding to the challenging weather, a yellow wind warning calls for gusts reaching up to 70 mph along the south coast and parts of Wales. Met Office chief forecaster Neil Armstrong described Storm Goretti as a “multi-hazard event,” highlighting significant snow in Wales and the Midlands, strong winds in the far Southwest, and heavy rain that could cause further disruption. The storm has also produced the rare occurrence of thundersnow—a thunderstorm combined with snowfall—characterized by bright lightning flashes reflecting off snowflakes and quieter thunder due to sound dampening by the snow
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