Warning: Yellow
To expect: Wind
Affected areas: Central, Tayside and Fife, Grampian, SW Scotland, Lothian Borders, Strathclyde
Start time estimate: Wednesday midnight
End time estimate: Wednesday 9pm
The Met Office has issued a Yellow wind alert for several regions across the UK for Wednesday amid Storm Bram.
The warning is covering parts of Central, Tayside and Fife, Grampian, SW Scotland, Lothian Borders, Strathclyde. All local areas affected are listed below.
Hazardous winds will batter the regions. The gale-force winds are anticipated to start on Wednesday at around midnight and persist until 9pm.
The Yellow warning for wind was issued at 11:04am on Tuesday, December 9.
A Met Office forecast said: “Strong southwesterly winds, associated with Storm Bram, will continue through Wednesday with some strong gusts possible at times, especially near heavy showers. Peak gusts of 45-55 mph are likely fairly widely, and perhaps up to 65 mph along more exposed coasts and hills. Winds will gradually ease in all areas through Wednesday evening.”
What to expect
Some delays to road, rail, air and ferry transport are possible; Possibly some bus and train services affected, with some journeys taking longer; Delays for high-sided vehicles on exposed routes and bridges possible; Some short term loss of power and other services is possible; It’s likely that some coastal routes, sea fronts and coastal communities will be affected by spray and/or large waves.
What should you do during strong gusts?
Give yourself the best chance of avoiding delays by checking road conditions if driving, or bus and train timetables, amending your travel plans if necessary. People cope better with power cuts when they have prepared for them in advance. It’s easy to do; consider gathering torches and batteries, a mobile phone power pack and other essential items. If you are on the coast, stay safe during stormy weather by being aware of large waves. Even from the shore large breaking waves can sweep you off your feet and out to sea. Take care if walking near cliffs; know your route and keep dogs on a lead. In an emergency, call 999 and ask for the Coastguard. Be prepared for weather warnings to change quickly: when a weather warning is issued, the Met Office recommends staying up to date with the weather forecast in your area. For further details see Met Office Warnings & Advice.
Full list of local areas affected
Central, Tayside and Fife
Angus, Clackmannanshire, Dundee, Falkirk, Fife, Perth and Kinross, Stirling
Grampian
Aberdeen, Aberdeenshire, Moray
SW Scotland, Lothian Borders
Dumfries and Galloway, East Lothian, Edinburgh, Midlothian Council, Scottish Borders, West Lothian
Strathclyde
Argyll and Bute, East Ayrshire, East Dunbartonshire, East Renfrewshire, Glasgow, Inverclyde, North Ayrshire, North Lanarkshire, Renfrewshire, South Ayrshire, South Lanarkshire, West Dunbartonshire
What is a yellow weather warning?
The Met Office has three categories of weather warning, depending on the likely impact of severe weather and also how likely it is to strike in a particular area.
A yellow warning is issued when weather conditions are expected to disrupt travel and traffic and may impact on daily routines but are not likely to pose a risk to life or property.
An amber warning is more severe and advises people to think about changing their plans to minimise the risk.
A red warning means weather conditions are expected to be dangerous with widespread damage to property and a risk to life, with the public usually advised to avoid travelling.
The Yellow weather alert for wind will remain in place until 9pm on Wednesday.