Edinburgh has been hit with a Met Office yellow weather warning, with people across the capital warned to prepare for gale-force winds.
A 'danger to life' warning for the city will will into place on Tuesday, January 31, with people are advised to remain indoors. The wind warning, which covers Edinburgh and the Lothians, will likely cause travel disruption with longer journey times and public transport cancellations expected.
Winds are forecast to reach 'severe gale' levels overnight on Tuesday, with speeds of 60 mph expected across Edinburgh and the entire central belt. But when exactly is the warning in place and what is expected?
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When is the weather warning taking place?
The warning will come into force from 8pm on Tuesday, January 31 and will remain in place until the following day, Wednesday, February 1. The strong winds are expected to stop around 9am on Wednesday.
Local areas impacted by the yellow weather warning for wind
- East Lothian
- Edinburgh
- Midlothian
- West Lothian
- Scottish Borders
- Fife
What to expect from Edinburgh's 'danger to life' weather warning
According to the Met Office, there are chances of flying objects and power cuts across the nation. Forecasters have also told the public to watch out for the following:
- There is a small chance of injuries and danger to life from flying debris
- There is a slight chance of some damage to buildings, such as tiles blown from roofs
- There is a small chance of longer journey times or cancellations as road, rail, air and ferry services are affected
- There is a small chance that some roads and bridges could close
- There is a slight chance that power cuts may occur, with the potential to affect other services, such as mobile phone coverage
- There is a small chance that injuries and danger to life could occur from large waves and beach material being thrown onto sea fronts, coastal roads and properties
What do I do during a 'danger to life' warning?
According to advice provided by the Met Office, people should remain indoors for as long as they can during the weather warning, and not travel unless it is absolutely necessary.
After the storm, if there is external damage to homes, you should be careful not to touch any electrical/telephone cables that have been blown down or are still hanging. Checking in on vulnerable neighbours or relatives is also a must after a storm, and they may need help arranging repairs.
For more information, the Met Office has help available regarding how to travel through high winds and stormy weather on their website.
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