East Lothian, East Ayrshire, and Glasgow City Councils have closed schools and nurseries on Friday, January 24th due to the expected impact of Storm Éowyn. The rare red weather warning for wind (100mph) is in place for several areas in Scotland, prompting warnings of dangerous conditions, potential flying debris, and hazardous driving conditions.
Three Scots councils have closed all of its schools and nurseries tomorrow ahead of the 100mph winds expected in Storm Éowyn.
The authority’s Head of Education at East Lothian Council, Nicola McDowell, wrote to parents and carers informing them of the decision. In her letter she said: "I am writing to advise you that schools will be closed on Friday, January 24 on essential safety grounds. While a statement from East Ayrshire Council read: "The Council has taken the decision to close all schools and Early Childhood Centres, and SL33 and SL66 on Friday 24 January.
It's expected there could be power cuts, damage to buildings and homes, and delays and cancellations to bus, train, ferry services and flights caused by winds of up to 100mph. An amber warning is also in place for the whole country from 6am tomorrow which runs until 9pm.
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