THE Met Office has issued an amber weather warning for snow and ice across parts of Scotland this week.
The alert will be in place between 7am and 5pm on Saturday, November 23 with this affecting places like Fife, Strathclyde, Grampian and the Highlands.
The meteorological organisation has said that this warning comes amid Storm Bert which is expected to bring heavy snow and some disruption over the weekend.
What to expect as Met Office issues amber alert for snow and ice in Scotland
#StormBert has been named and is forecast to bring heavy rain, strong winds and disruptive snow to parts of the UK through the weekend #WeatherAware ⚠️ pic.twitter.com/Yh9LyEAIBo
— Met Office (@metoffice) November 21, 2024
The Met Office has warned of the following over the course of the amber weather alert.
- Travel delays on roads are likely, stranding some vehicles and passengers
- Power cuts are likely and other services, such as mobile phone coverage, may be affected
- There is a good chance that some rural communities could become cut off
- Some delays and cancellations to rail travel are likely
- Untreated pavements and cycle paths are likely to be impassable
- Injuries from slips and falls are likely on icy surfaces
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What does an amber weather warning mean?
Amber weather warnings are used when severe weather has the potential to disrupt plans.
This means the weather could hinder travel, cause road and rail closures, and power cuts and pose a risk to life and property.
When these are issued, residents should change or alter their plans to protect themselves.
