More examples of heroism have come to light after Storm Goretti
Alex Driscoll Breaking news reporter
16:07, 15 Jan 2026
More tales of heroism are emerging after the chaos of Storm Goretti in Cornwall with a care home worker describing how he carried a resident to safety after the roof began collapsing.
The severe weather caused the roof at Poldhu Care Home, in Mullion, to crack and fall in.
There were 20 residents at the care home on the evening of Thursday, January 8, when the storm wreaked havoc.
A member of staff was on the top floor of the building when he heard the roof crack above him.
He grabbed a resident and carried them out as an "immediate reaction," he said.
Poldhu Care Home said 14 residents were initially moved to secure areas within the building as a precautionary measure.
However, six residents were temporarily moved to other care homes because of the damage.
Repairing the damage is expected to be a long-term project as the care home praised local businesses for providing support.
A spokesperson for Poldhu Care Home said: "In addition to those relocated within the home, five residents have been temporarily moved to Trevaylor Manor Care Home and one to Ponsandane Care Home, where we had available space.
"This move was carefully planned and carried out with full consent from the residents and their relatives.
"Our staff transported them using our own fleet of vehicles, ensuring all medication, personal possessions, care plans, and medication management systems were transferred securely.
"Additional dedicated staff have also been deployed to both locations to maintain continuity of care.
"While repair works are expected to be a long-term undertaking, we can confirm that all residents, including those remaining at Poldhu and those temporarily rehomed, have access to warm water, heated rooms and regular meals.
"They are receiving dedicated support from their family members and our staff team.
"Local businesses have already provided exceptional assistance during this time, and we wish to extend our sincere thanks to the wider community for their ongoing understanding and support."
The storm brought disruption across the county as schools closed, trees fell and power cuts were intermittent.
Benoni Nursing Home, in St Just, suffered a lengthy power cut lasting 36 hours.
Trees were uprooted in the harsh conditions, including some which disturbed graves at Paul Cemetery, near Mousehole.