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What do the warning colours mean?

Red warning

  • Dangerous weather is expected and, if you have not done so already, you should take action now to keep yourself and others safe from the impact of the severe weather.
  • It is very likely that there will be a risk to life, with substantial disruption to travel, energy supplies and possibly widespread damage to property and infrastructure.

Amber warning

  • There is an increased likelihood of impacts from severe weather, which could potentially disrupt your plans.
  • This means there is the possibility of travel delays, road and rail closures, power cuts and the potential risk to life and property.

Yellow warning

  • Yellow warnings can be issued for a range of weather situations.
  • It is important to read the content of yellow warnings to determine which weather situation is being covered by the warning.

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UK weather warnings

Yellow warning
Rain
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Sun 15
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12:00
Tue 17

Persistent rain will lead to difficult travel conditions and possible flooding in a few places.

What should I expect?

  • Flooding of a few homes and businesses is possible
  • Some interruption to power supplies and other services is possible
  • Spray and flooding on roads probably making journey times longer
  • Bus and train services probably affected with journey times taking longer

What should I do?

Further detail

Rain will become persistent across parts of western Scotland during Sunday, continuing throughout Monday before easing later on Tuesday. 70-100 mm of rain is likely to fall widely during this period, but possibly over 150 mm for some exposed hills and mountains. Rapid melting of lying snow will also contribute to any potential impacts.

What should I do?
Check if your property could be at risk of flooding. If so, consider preparing a flood plan and an emergency flood kit.

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.

Be prepared for weather warnings to change: the Met Office recommends staying up to date with the weather forecast in your area.
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Why is the warning yellow?

This warning has a medium likelihood and a low impact.

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Issued

Regions and local authorities affected:

Central, Tayside & Fife

  • Perth and Kinross
  • Stirling

Highlands & Eilean Siar

  • Highland

Strathclyde

  • Argyll and Bute
Warnings are in force for:

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