Storm "Goretti" has arrived in Belgium, accompanied by strong winds, heavy rain and snow in the highest regions, prompting authorities to issue numerous weather warnings, the Royal Meteorological Institute announced.
The west-to-east storm has already caused disruptions, with inland areas experiencing winds of 80-90 km/h.
Belgium recorded winds of 90 km/h in Chievres and 82.8 km/h in both Beauvechain and Brussels this morning.
Winds are expected to ease to 50-60 km/h later in the day.
Heavy and continuous rainfall is affecting most of the country.
Snow is expected to fall in upper Belgium by morning and could accumulate up to 15-20 cm in some areas by Saturday.
The Royal Meteorological Institute has issued an orange warning for severe weather conditions in southern Belgium, urging residents to avoid unnecessary travel and exercise caution.
The storm also swept across France and the United Kingdom, causing strong winds, coastal flooding, travel disruptions and leaving around 437 households without power while at least six people in France suffered minor injuries. /Telegraph/
