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Iona Young

Flood alert in Edinburgh issued by SEPA as more showers forecast to start the week

A flood warning remains in place across Edinburgh and the Lothians that was issued by SEPA as more showers are forecast to start the week.

The flooding alert was put in place by the Scottish Environmental Protection Agency on Sunday, June 18 and asks residents to stay alert through Monday with more rain predicted.

SEPA has warned that urban areas are most at risk including the transport network and low lying land and roads. They said that property flooding is also a possibility and warned road users to take care while driving.

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The flood alert reads: "A period of heavy rain from Sunday evening into Monday morning could cause flooding impacts from surface water.

"Particularly at risk are urban areas and the transport network. Impacts could include flooding to low-lying land and roads, with difficult driving conditions. Some property flooding is possible.

Remain vigilant and remember, it is your responsibility to take actions which help protect yourself and your property. Advice and information is also available through Floodline on 0345 9881188."

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It continues: "This flood alert is now in force until further notice and was sent by phone and sms free of charge to registered customers of our Floodline direct warning service.

"If you haven't already signed up to receive free flood messages, please call Floodline or register online at sepa.org.uk/floodingsignup. Your Floodline quick dial number for this area is 23200."

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