Watches/Warnings/Advisories

Rain warning   East Ayrshire (UK243)Valid: 07/12/2023 00:00  -  18:00
Rain warning   South Ayrshire (UK319)Valid: 07/12/2023 00:00  -  18:00
./ajax-images/meteoalarm_10.svg Heavy rain likely bringing some travel disruption on Thursday and possible flooding.

Heavy rain is expected to arrive late on Wednesday and then persist for for a good deal of Thursday. Whilst some snow is expected to fall overnight across higher ground, this should soon turn to rain which will then steadily thaw lying snow. 30-50 mm of rain is likely to fall widely with potential peaks over hills of 70-90 mm. Rain will be accompanied by strong southeasterly winds.

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 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 https://www.metoffice.gov.uk/weather/warnings-and-advice/uk-warnings

What to expect: Spray and flooding could lead to difficult driving conditions and some road closures; Where flooding occurs, there is a slight chance of delays or cancellations to train and bus services; There is a small chance that homes and businesses could be flooded, causing damage to some buildings; There is a small chance of fast flowing or deep floodwater causing danger to life; There is a small chance that some communities will become cut off by flooded roads; There is a slight chance of power cuts and loss of other services to some homes and businesses.
 
Ice warning   Argyll and Bute (UK204)Valid: 06/12/2023 15:00  -  07/12/2023 10:00
./ajax-images/meteoalarm_2.svg Icy patches may lead to some travel disruption.

Rain will spread northeast across Scotland and northern England overnight Wednesday into Thursday, falling as snow over high ground. Icy patches are expected where rain falls onto untreated frozen surfaces.








What should I do?

Keep yourself and your family safe when it is icy. Plan to leave the house at least five minutes earlier
than normal. Not needing to rush reduces your risk of accidents, slips, and falls.

If you need to make a journey on foot or by bike, try to use pavements along main roads which are
likely to be less slippery.

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.

Be prepared for weather warnings to change: 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 https://www.metoffice.gov.uk/weather/warnings-and-advice/uk-warnings

What to expect: Some injuries from slips and falls on icy surfaces; Probably some icy patches on some untreated roads, pavements and cycle paths.
 

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