A man has been killed after a tree fell onto a caravan during Storm Goretti, which continues to cause severe disruption across the United Kingdom.
Tragic Discovery in Cornish Caravan
Devon and Cornwall Police reported that emergency services were called to the Mawgan area of Helston, Cornwall, at approximately 7.35pm on Thursday, 8 January 2026. Officers discovered the body of a man inside the caravan.
The victim, a man in his 50s, was pronounced deceased at the scene. Police have informed his next of kin, who are now receiving support from specialist officers.
The force stated that the death is not being treated as suspicious. A file is being prepared for the coroner to investigate the circumstances surrounding this tragic weather-related incident.
Storm Goretti's Widespread Impact
While the recovery operation to remove the tree took place on Friday, Storm Goretti has left a trail of chaos far beyond Cornwall. According to the National Grid's website, tens of thousands of properties were still without electricity on Saturday morning.
The power outage figures at 6am on Saturday, 10 January, were stark:
- Approximately 28,000 properties in the southwest.
- Nearly 1,700 in the West Midlands.
- Around 150 in the East Midlands.
Authorities confirmed that all power had been restored in Wales by that time.
Ongoing Weather Warnings and Travel Disruption
The severe conditions are set to persist. The Met Office has issued yellow warnings for snow and ice, which remain in force until Sunday.
National Rail has warned passengers to expect significant disruption to services throughout the weekend across England, Wales, and Scotland. The public is advised to check journey details before travelling.
This incident underscores the deadly potential of the severe weather systems currently affecting the UK, urging residents to exercise extreme caution.
