Midlands towns at risk of power cuts as snow returns
A Met Office yellow warning for snow on Sunday, January 11, could trigger power cuts and mobile network issues across Staffordshire towns. Full list of affected areas inside.
A Met Office yellow warning for snow on Sunday, January 11, could trigger power cuts and mobile network issues across Staffordshire towns. Full list of affected areas inside.
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Over 50,000 properties are without power as Storm Goretti batters the UK with 100mph winds. The Met Office warns of snow, rain and disruption. See the full list of affected areas and how to prepare.
Over 57,000 properties are without electricity as Storm Goretti brings heavy snow and gales. Full list of affected areas in the South West, West Midlands, and Wales.
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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.
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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.
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 issues an amber warning for six Scottish regions, urging residents to stockpile torches, power packs, and essentials before Tuesday's severe snow. Act now to stay safe.
British Gas urges UK households to prepare emergency kits with three days of medicine and essentials as Met Office amber warnings predict power cuts and travel chaos across Scotland.
British Gas urges households to prepare for power cuts as Met Office issues amber snow warnings for Scotland. Essential tips for staying safe during the severe weather.
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The Met Office warns of heavy snow and potential power cuts across Scotland, with travel disruption expected for the start of the new year. Stay informed and prepare.