As of January 9, 2026, Storm Goretti Tracker—the first named storm of the year—is moving away from the UK and Western Europe after causing severe disruption with 99mph winds and heavy snowfall.
Current Status & Track
- Location: The storm is currently moving east/southeast away from the UK toward mainland Europe.
- Intensity: Peak winds reached 99mph at St Mary’s Airport (Isles of Scilly).
- Residual Impact: Heavy rain and breezy conditions continue in eastern England, with temperatures expected to drop widely below freezing tonight.
Live Tracking Maps
You can track the storm’s remaining movement and the incoming “weather bomb” effects via these authoritative trackers:
- BBC Weather Tracker: Live video and animated maps showing the storm’s path across England and Wales.
- Met Office Weather Map: Official source for active wind, snow, and rain warnings.
- Windy.com Live Radar: Real-time visual tracking of wind speeds and snow accumulation.
- Sky News Live Blog: Continuous updates on power cuts, school closures, and travel chaos.
Active Warnings (January 9, 2026)
- Snow & Ice: Yellow Met Office warnings remain for many parts of the UK into Saturday morning as temperatures drop.
- Rain: Warnings persist for Lincolnshire and parts of East England (including Norfolk and Suffolk) until 9:00 PM tonight.
- Power/Travel: Over 51,000 homes were reported without power, and hundreds of schools were closed today. Check road conditions via the National Highways site.