McGill's Buses has suspended all services in Strathclyde, Forth Valley, and Edinburgh due to the severe weather conditions expected from Storm Eowyn. The company prioritized the safety of passengers, drivers, and staff by canceling services between 9 am and 6 pm on Friday, January 24th.
McGill's Buses has canceled its services across the central belt of Scotland tomorrow, January 24, ahead of the arrival of Storm Eowyn . The storm is expected to bring severe weather conditions, prompting a red weather warning from the Met Office from 10 am to 5 pm. McGill's has confirmed that all bus services in Strathclyde, Forth Valley, and Edinburgh will be suspended between 9 am and 6 pm.
The company emphasized that this decision was made to prioritize the safety of passengers, drivers, and staff. This follows warnings from Police Scotland urging people to avoid travel and remain at home. Train, bus, and ferry services have all been canceled as the storm approaches. A spokesperson for McGill's stated: 'We will closely monitor weather conditions and work with local authorities to determine when it is safe to resume operations. Updates will be provided through our official website, social media channels, and customer service phoneline.' The company urged passengers to plan ahead and make alternative travel arrangements for Friday. Customers with inquiries are advised to contact McGill's customer service team at 03330 16 61 62 or visit their website at https://www.mcgillsbuses.co.uk/. McGill's apologized for any inconvenience caused and thanked customers for their understanding during this challenging time. They reiterated that safety remains their top priority and appreciated cooperation as they navigate the impact of Storm Eowyn. The Met Office has issued a rare red weather warning for wind, which comes into effect at 10 am tomorrow and lasts until 5 pm. The warning covers Central, Tayside & Fife, south west Scotland, Lothian Borders (including Edinburgh), and Strathclyde (including Glasgow). The storm is anticipated to cause widespread disruption, leading to school closures across the country, as people are advised to stay indoors.
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