What to expect

• Spray and flooding could lead to difficult driving conditions and some road closures
• Delays or cancellations to train and bus services are possible
• Fast flowing or deep floodwater is possible
• Homes and businesses could be flooded, causing damage to some buildings
• Possible power cuts and loss of other services to some homes and businesses

What should I do?

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Issued: 16:45 (UTC) on Tue 26 Dec 2023

Further details

Heavy rain will move northeastwards across southern Scotland on Wednesday morning, clearing away later in the afternoon. Across the warning area accumulations of 30 to 40 mm are expected with 60 to 80 mm falling over some of the higher ground. Snow is also likely for a short time across hills, but this will turn to rain by around mid-morning. What should I do? Check if your property could be at risk of flooding. If so, consider preparing a flood plan and an emergency flood kit. Give yourself the best chance of avoiding delays by checking road conditions if driving, or bus and train timetables, amending your travel plans if necessary. 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. 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.

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Regions and local authorities affected

SW Scotland, Lothian Borders

• Dumfries and Galloway
• Scottish Borders

Strathclyde

• East Ayrshire
• South Ayrshire
• South Lanarkshire