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Scotland Drenched: Flood Chaos Grips Nation
23 Jan
Summary
- Heavy rainfall caused road closures and rail disruptions across Scotland.
- Yellow weather warnings are in effect for multiple regions, with flood alerts issued.
- Emergency services performed rescues as floodwaters stranded vehicles.
Heavy downpours have triggered widespread disruption across Scotland, with multiple roads closed and rail travel significantly impacted. Yellow weather warnings for rain are active in areas such as Perthshire, Stirling, and north-east Scotland, with some warnings extending into Sunday. Perth and Kinross Council reported numerous road closures due to flooding, including key routes like the A94 and the Queen's Bridge in Perth.
Rail services operated by ScotRail are subject to speed restrictions on several major lines. The Scottish Environment Protection Agency has issued 22 flood warnings and seven flood alerts, underscoring the severity of the situation. Forecasters predict substantial rainfall accumulations, with a risk of fast-flowing or deep floodwater posing a danger to life.
Beyond Scotland, a yellow warning for rain and wind is in effect for parts of south-west England and southern Wales until Saturday morning, as Storm Ingrid brings heavy rain and strong gusts. On Thursday, firefighters rescued three people from stranded vehicles in Aberdeenshire following the earlier rainfall. The Scottish Government Resilience Room convened to address the ongoing weather crisis.
