‘It has destroyed years of work’: Cornish beauty spot loses 80% of its trees to Storm Goretti
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St Michael's Mount, a tidal island in Cornwall, England, suffered significant damage from Storm Goretti on January 8th. The storm felled 119 large trees, representing approximately 80% of the island's tree cover, including holm oaks, hollies, sycamores, and Monterey pines. High winds, with a recorded gust of 111.8 mph, and the unusual direction of the storm contributed to the extensive damage. The shallow soil on the island made the trees particularly vulnerable. Gardeners are now working to clear the fallen trees, and there are concerns about the long-term impact of saltwater spray on the remaining trees.
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