AMBER WARNING: Met Office warns of very strong winds across Caithness
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The Met Office Amber Warning says that a spell of very strong winds associated with Storm Isha may bring further disruption or damage to travel, transport and infrastructure on Sunday.
Issued today at 9.54am the bulletin states that after a generally windy day on Sunday, there is a chance that a spell of very strong winds could track east-northeast across much of Scotland on Sunday night, clearing into the North Sea on Monday morning.
It continues: "Should this happen, then westerly winds could bring gusts of 65-75 mph, even inland, whilst gusts of 80-85 mph could occur very locally, most likely over parts of west and northern Scotland.
Advice
Prepare to protect your property and people from injury. Check for loose items outside your home and plan how you could secure them. Items include; bins, garden furniture, trampolines, tents, sheds and fences. Windy weather can cause delays and make travel conditions dangerous.
Follow these few simple steps to prepare before journeys. Check bus and train timetables, amending your travel plans if necessary. If driving, check road conditions and ensure you have essentials in your car (warm clothing, food, water, a blanket, a torch, an in-car phone charger).
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. If you are on the coast, stay safe during stormy weather by being aware of large waves, even from the shore large breaking waves can sweep you off your feet and out to sea.
Take care if walking near cliffs; know your route and keep dogs on a lead. In an emergency, call 999 and ask for the Coastguard. 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.
What to expect
- Flying debris could result in a danger to life
- Damage to buildings and homes is possible, with roofs blown off and power lines brought down
- Roads, bridges and railway lines may close, with delays and cancellations to bus, train, ferry services and flights
- Power cuts could occur and affect other services, such as mobile phone coverage
- There is potential for large waves and beach material being thrown onto sea fronts, coastal roads and properties
