The Scottish Environmental Protection Agency (Sepa) has issued flood warnings and urged residents in the North West and Central Highlands to prepare for heavy rain and potential flooding in the run-up to Hogmanay. The Met Office has also issued warnings for heavy rain and snow across Scotland, with potential for significant disruption to Hogmanay celebrations in the north.
Scots have been warned to prepare for snow and heavy rain in run up to Hogmanay . The Scottish Environmental Protection Agency has urged people in the North West and Central Highlands to “be aware” with flooding expected.
Pascal Lardet, Sepa flood duty manager, said: “Some very high river levels are forecast for Monday and Tuesday, in particular, the Spey and other rivers in the Great Glen and Easter Ross area. Levels on the River Tay and other rivers across the Central Highlands will also be high. “If you live or work in the affected areas, or are planning to visit, think about any steps you need to take now to be prepared for flooding impacts – and consider whether your journey is necessary.”
For those celebrating Hogmanay, heavy downpours and snowfall may cause “significant disruption” across northern Scotland, with up to 140mm of rainfall on Monday and Tuesday. On its website, the Met Office says the north, east and Perthshire are likely to experience up to 20cm of snowfall. Strong winds are expected to exacerbate the impact of the snow, particularly in higher areas, such as Sutherland and Caithness, with warnings that powerlines may freeze over.
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