Storm Goretti brings winds over 120 mph to United Kingdom and France.

Storm Goretti crossed the United Kingdom and France, producing measured wind gusts above 120 mph and widespread power outages that affected nearly half a million customers.

Storm Goretti moved across the United Kingdom and France on Friday, bringing very strong winds and wintry weather. Météo‑France identified the system as Goretti. The storm caused downed trees and large-scale power outages affecting hundreds of thousands of customers. Parts of Great Britain also received additional snowfall this week. Current reports: - Meteorological measurements reported gusts above 120 mph in parts of France and the United Kingdom, including a peak gust reported in Normandy and a high gust recorded in Cornwall. - At peak impact, nearly half a million customers were reported without power across both countries, with about 55,000 outages in the U.K. and over 380,000 in France. - Rail services were disrupted in the English West Midlands and on some routes in France and Germany, and travel and school disruptions continued in parts of Scotland after earlier heavy snow. - Media and local reports noted at least one instance of structural damage to a home. Summary: Storm Goretti produced very strong winds and additional snow that led to widespread power outages and disruptions to transport and schools across parts of the United Kingdom and France. Assessments and restoration work were reported as ongoing. Undetermined at this time.