Strong winds are likely to cause some disruption tonight and tomorrow
Published: 11:39, 10 January 2023
| Updated: 11:40, 10 January 2023
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The Met Office issued a Yellow Warning for high winds across the northern coast of Caithness tonight and tomorrow.
The bulletin released this morning states: "A brief spell of very strong winds will affect the north of Scotland, affecting parts of the Western Isles first then moving eastwards overnight, whilst moderating from the west.
"Gusts of 60 to 70mph are likely over Lewis and Harris this evening, then winds are likely to peak across the north coast of mainland Scotland and the Northern Isles overnight, with gusts 70 to 75mph. Here, winds will ease down on Wednesday morning."
What to expect
- Some delays to road, rail, air and ferry transport are likely
- It’s likely that some coastal routes, sea fronts and coastal communities will be affected by spray and/or large waves