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Met Office Issues Yellow warning for Highlands & Eilean Siar

In Effect From:
May 27th, 11:00 am
In Effect Till:
May 27th, 10:00 pm
Current Status:
Warning No Longer In Effect

Possible flooding and disruption in some areas due to slow-moving heavy showers and thunderstorms.

Expect slow-moving showers and thunderstorms to develop on Monday, with varying levels of rainfall across the warning area. Some places may see 10-20 mm of rain in an hour, with a possibility of up to 30-40 mm over a few hours. Lightning may also be a concern.

To prepare, assess whether your location is at risk of flash flooding and create a flood plan and emergency kit if necessary. Secure moveable objects and temporary structures before gusty winds arrive, such as bins, garden furniture, trampolines, tents, gazebos, sheds, and fences.

Stay informed of road conditions if driving, or bus and train timetables if using public transport. Be ready for power cuts by gathering torches, batteries, a mobile phone power pack, and other essentials. If caught outside during a thunderstorm, seek shelter in a safe enclosed area like a car, avoiding trees and other structures at risk of lightning strikes.

Weather warnings may change suddenly, so keep updated on forecasts from the Met Office.

What To EXPECT

  • There is a slight chance of homes and businesses being flooded quickly, resulting in damage from floodwater, lightning strikes, hail, or strong winds
  • There is a slight chance of fast flowing or deep floodwater posing a danger to life
  • If flooding or lightning strikes occur, there is a slight chance of delays and some cancellations to train and bus services
  • Spray and sudden flooding may lead to challenging driving conditions and some road closures
  • There is a slight chance of power cuts and loss of other services to some homes and businesses

Regions Affected

Central, Tayside & Fife

  • Angus
  • Clackmannanshire
  • Dundee
  • Falkirk
  • Fife
  • Perth and Kinross

Grampian

  • Aberdeen
  • Aberdeenshire
  • Moray

Highlands & Eilean Siar

  • Highland

SW Scotland, Lothian Borders

  • East Lothian
  • Edinburgh
  • Midlothian Council
  • Scottish Borders
  • West Lothian
For more details please visit the Met Office's UK Weather Warnings Page

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