Glasgow is set to be battered by Storm Dudley this week with a weather warning coming into force tomorrow (February 16).
The Met Office has said has gales of up to 90mph are predicted for parts of Scotland whilst "very strong westerly winds are expected to develop across western Scotland" over the course of the next few days.
And as Storm Dudley passes, Storm Eunice will shortly follow - although the latter will mainly affect England, the wider Glasgow area as well as Edinburgh.
The first of the warnings (amber) is in place from tomorrow (February 16) at 6pm and will remain in place until 9am the following day (Thursday).
In addition to the amber weather warning, a yellow warning is also in place across both days.
Follow our Storm Dudley live blog for the latest weather and traffic updates
But with strong winds forecast, how can you prepare for the storm and keep your property safe?
According to the Met Office, people should prepare for delays to road, rail, air and ferry services with some roads and bridges expected to close leading to longer journey times and cancellations.
Fallen trees and power cuts are also expected as well as damage to buildings such as blown tile roofs.
The experts add that "injuries and danger to life is likely from large waves and beach material being thrown onto coastal roads, sea fronts and properties."
The Met Office has said that people should do the following:
How to prepare before Storm Dudley
- Secure loose objects such as ladders, garden furniture or anything else that could be blown into windows and other glazing and break them
- Close and securely fasten doors and windows, particularly those on the windward side of the house, and especially large doors such as those on garages
- Park vehicles in a garage, if available; otherwise keep them clear of buildings, trees, walls and fences
- Close and secure loft trapdoors with bolts, particularly if roof pitch is less than 30°
- If the house is fitted with storm shutters over the windows then ensure that these are closed and fastened
- If chimney stacks are tall and in poor condition, move beds away from areas directly below them
What to do during Storm Dudley
- Stay indoors as much as possible
- If you do go out, try not to walk or shelter close to buildings and trees
- Keep away from the sheltered side of boundary walls and fences - if these structures fail, they will collapse on this side
- Do not go outside to repair damage while the storm is in progress
- If possible, enter and leave your house through doors in the sheltered side, closing them behind you
- Open internal doors only as needed, and close them behind you
- Take care when driving on exposed routes such as bridges, or high open roads, delay your journey or find alternative routes if possible
- Slow down and be aware of side winds, particular care should be taken if you are towing or are a high sided vehicle
- Do not drive unless your journey is really necessary
What to do after Storm Dudley
- Be careful not to touch any electrical/telephone cables that have been blown down or are still hanging
- Do not walk too close to walls, buildings and trees as they could have been weakened
- Make sure that any vulnerable neighbours or relatives are safe and help them make arrangements for any repairs
