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Don’t get caught out this winter - take a few minutes to check for lots of advice on staying safe in bad weather. We've also listed below some of the most useful accounts to follow to make sure you’re plugged into the latest weather and travel info 👇
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Useful info for those in Edinburgh who need somewhere to stay warm this evening. And thanks to all those across Scotland who are helping each other in the difficult conditions we are facing
#readyscotland
Due to severe
#weather
conditions,
@ChurchofStJohn
on
#PrincesStreet
in
#Edinburgh
will remain open throughout day and night until further notice. Anybody is welcome to warm up and stay.
@EdinDiocese
@Edinburgh_CC
@policescotland
@TheScotsman
@BBCScotland
@UCBMedia
#REDALERT
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A big thank you to all those who will be working over the festive period to keep us all safe - remember we can all do our bit by looking out for neighbours and loved ones
@policescotland
@trafficscotland
@metoffice
@ScottishEPA
@fire_scot
@Scotambservice
@MCA_media
@scotgov
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When severe weather is on the way, there's no need to panic - our site has guidance on preparing for and dealing with anything the winter might bring. Find out more at
#readyscotland
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Urgent advice from
@Scotrail
- if you require to travel home by train in the area of the red warning, you should leave now
#readyscotland
🔴 In areas where the RED weather warning applies, customers should head for home NOW. There will be NO train services in the RED weather warning area tonight, or first thing tomorrow morning.
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To those who are working the festive season to keep the rest us safe, warm & healthy, we say thanks (& raise a glass of OJ)
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Some useful resources for dealing with
#StormAli
...
@metoffice
for the latest weather warnings
@policescotland
for advice on travelling on the roads
@trafficscotland
for live traffic updates
You can also call 105 anywhere in Scotland to report a power cut.
#readyscotland
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With colder weather due to arrive in Scotland this weekend, why not subscribe to our handy "severe weather" list and keep track of live updates from responders, transport companies, utility companies and others, all in one place ❄️
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The
@MetOffice
has issued an amber warning for heavy freezing rain this weekend with very dangerous travelling conditions likely. Freezing rain is rare in the UK but the impacts can be very severe - it can form very quickly, is difficult to see and is incredibly slippery.
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Having an emergency kit ready in advance can give you a real head start in bad weather - take a few minutes and check off the items here
#readyscotland
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Ahead of the upcoming cold weather, follow these accounts to stay up to date:
Weather warnings -
@metoffice
Travel advice -
@policescotland
Travel information -
@trafficscotland
and
@transcotland
Flood warnings and alerts
@ScottishEPA
#readyscotland
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Good advice from
@RNLI
- the
@metoffice
are warning that sea fronts could be affected by spray and/or large waves over the coming days. Take care if you're in an affected area, and if you see anyone in trouble in the water call 999 and ask for the Coastguard
#readyscotland
This is the moment a man fell from a promenade into the water in 2018. Passers-by naturally rushed to help. They too found themselves in difficulty. All escaped with their lives. If you see someone else in trouble, call 999 or 112 and ask for the Coastguard.
#ThrowbackThursday
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A big thank you to the
@metoffice
today on
#WorldMetDay
, for providing us all with the advanced warnings we need to keep safe during severe weather, and assisting in humanitarian response and emergency planning around the world
@MetOfficeww
@policescotland
@ScottishEPA
@WMO
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If you’re looking for some additional support for you or someone you know during the coronavirus outbreak, we have a list of organisations who may be able to offer help and advice
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Tomorrow will bring the first named storm and the first amber warning of the season to large parts of Scotland. Follow
@metoffice
@trafficscotland
and
@policescotland
for up to date information, and check our site for useful tips
#readyscotland
#StormAli
Very strong winds and heavy rain will reach Northern Ireland and parts of Scotland during Wednesday.
@MetEireann
and
@metoffice
have just jointly named this system "Storm Ali". Warnings will be updated later this morning.
#StormAli
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Great news! Please re-tweet to get this message out far and wide.
Thank you all so much for your patience over the last few days, everyone at the ScotRail Alliance really appreciate it.
We're happy to say that Scotland's railway is now open!
Please continue to check your journey:
as alterations may still occur ^AE
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Remember,
@trafficscotland
has a gritter tracker which lets you know where gritters have been in your area
#readyscotland
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With Met Office warnings for high winds in place for much of Scotland on Hogmanay morning, always useful to have this vital power cut info to hand
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Why not take five minutes this lunchtime to sign up for
@metofficeScot
weather warnings
#readyscotland
@metoffice
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Do you have an emergency kit for when bad weather strikes? Take a few minutes and check off the items here
#readyscotland
@policescotland
@trafficscotland
@NHSinform
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There are lots of sources of useful information to help you stay safe and well during the coronavirus outbreak. If you’re looking for some additional support for you or someone you know, here’s a list of organisations offering help and advice
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It has never been more important to find time to exercise for your physical and mental health.
@_thedailymile
encourages children, young people and adults to incorporate a 15min walk, jog, or wheel into their daily routines.➡️
#ForBrighterDays
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During winter weather, community groups and volunteers make a huge difference. If you would like to get involved or are thinking about preparing a community plan, we have got loads of advice on how to get started
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Don’t forget the clocks turn back this weekend – and use the extra hour to get
#ReadyWinter14
!
http://t.co/qzpCQtoY6z
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The current COVID restrictions mean you should only be leaving your home for an essential purpose, so please consider if your journey is absolutely necessary before setting off. If you do drive, check this advice from
@transcotland
on safe driving in snow
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Transport Minister
@HumzaYousaf
visits
@transcotland
to see new the vehicles and technology which will improve services across the trunk roads over the winter
#readyscotland
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Critical advice this morning - do not underestimate the amber warning in place throughout today. Road conditions will continue to be extremely difficult and potentially dangerous - advice from
@policescotland
is to avoid travel in amber warning areas
#readyscotland
Public urged not to travel in areas affected by red and amber weather warnings
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Remember your stopping distance is increased ten times when driving in ice and snow. Take your time and remember these tips - you can also use
@trafficscotland
's planning pages to check your route before you set off
#readyscotland
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Be careful if you are out on the roads tonight or tomorrow morning - there is a new
@metoffice
Yellow warning for snow and ice covering most of Scotland. Check
@trafficscotland
for the latest info and advice.
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Latest from Deputy First Minister
@JohnSwinney
following meeting of the Scottish Government’s Resilience Room - "Throughout today and into tomorrow morning, the clear and unequivocal advice for people in affected areas is not to travel unless it is absolutely necessary to do so."
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If you are worried about reports of another
#beastfromtheeast
over Easter - here's the latest from the
@metoffice
Chief Meteorologist, Frank Saunders: “It is important to point out that we are not expecting anything on the scale of the last two spells of unusually cold weather...
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#StormCaroline
is forecast to bring snow and ice to parts of Scotland in the coming days - if you are out driving, stay safe and remember this advice from
@trafficscotland
#readyscotland
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Emergencies can happen at any time and without warning. ⚠️
But we can all take steps to make sure our households are prepared.
Download our home emergency plan template and emergency kit checklist to get started ⬇️
.
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Please avoid complacency whilst weather warnings remain in force and snow and ice still an issue. RT please to spread the message.
With Scotland expected to still be facing difficult weather conditions at the start of the new working week - and yellow 'be aware' warnings in place for snow and ice -
@JohnSwinney
highlights need for continued caution.
#readyscotland
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Over the coming weeks we will be working with a range of charities and other organisations to share information on how to pitch in to help people in your community this winter. Find out more at➡️
#forbrighterdays
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Updated
@policescotland
advice - motorists should avoid travel within the Amber warning area unless absolutely necessary between 3pm-10pm today. If you can leave work early to avoid peak times, you should. Follow
@trafficscotland
for latest guidance and info
#readyscotland
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Planning and preparation to test Scotland’s response to and recovery from severe weather ahead of the next winter period will be run over the summer, as part of the Storm Arwen progress report which was published today.
Find out more➡️
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If you experience a power cut, call 105 to be put through to your local operator, who can give you help and advice
#ophelia
#readyscotland
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You can use to check journey times, known incidents, and live camera feeds
#ophelia
#readyscotland
@trafficscotland
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With snow forecast, if you are due out on the roads make sure that you plan ahead.
@trafficscotland
’s Gritter Tracker is a great tool for checking where gritters have been on trunk roads in your area
#readyscotland
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Does your family have an emergency plan?
You should:
✔️ Write down your important contacts
✔️ Agree a meeting place in advance, should you
need to leave home
✔️ Keep your plan in a safe place
For more advice, check .
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If you experience a power cut, there's now a single number to call - wherever you are in Scotland you will be connected to your local network operator. Find out more at
#readyscotland
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Remember these tips if you're out and about on the roads
#readyscotland
@trafficscotland
@transcotland
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Good advice from Sgt Peter Houston - "if you are travelling on the roads, you should prepare yourself and your vehicle for the conditions"
#StormDeirdre
@policescotland
Sgt Peter Houston from Police Scotland Roads Policing with some advice for drivers
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Today, students from
@LogiePrimary
and
@MintlawAcademy
gave great presentations on their community resilience activities to
@MareeToddMSP
, as part of the community resilience education programme. They are ready for the disruptions that winter can bring. Are you?
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Yellow warnings for wind and rain are in place across large parts of Scotland over the coming days - find out more about the warnings from
@metoffice
here and check for advice on getting ready for severe weather
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During bad weather there are lots of simple ways you can help others, either by supporting existing community groups in your area or by starting something new.
Find out more at
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Follow along with the
#readyscotland
hashtag this week for advice and support on preparing for the unexpected - from cyberattack to flooding
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If you lose power, or if you see damage to powerlines or substations - stay safe and call 105, the new helpline to report power issues. For more advice, visit
#readyscotland
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There are lots of sources of useful information to help you stay safe and well during this outbreak. If you’re looking for some additional support for you or someone you know, here’s a list of organisations offering help and advice
#ScotlandCares
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Any CPR is better than no CPR. Learn these life-saving skills in 90 seconds with Carol Smillie, the Proclaimers and
@savealifescot
.
#CPRready
#readyscotland
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Are you ready for winter? ❄️
Our website has guidance on preparing for and dealing with anything this winter might bring.
ℹ️ Find tips on how to protect yourself, your neighbours and your community at .
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During bad weather in Scotland, you can subscribe to our "severe weather" Twitter list to keep track of all the latest news and advice in one place
#readyscotland
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With amber warnings for thunderstorms and heavy rain active in Scotland in the coming days, remember to check our advice pages on how to prepare and respond
⛈️
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Together, we can help our families and communities bounce back from any challenge - take a few moments this week to check you are ready for winter
#readyscotland
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URGENT UPDATE: Severe Disruption on rail network. Sitaution changing rapidly. Please follow
@scotrail
and
@trafficscotland
for the most up-to-date advice and information.
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Emergencies can happen at any time and without warning. ⚠️
But we can all take steps to make sure our households are prepared.
Download our home emergency plan template and emergency kit checklist to get started ⬇️
.
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When bad weather strikes you need up to date, reliable information to help you make good decisions - keep track of developments in one place by subscribing to our list
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When our lives are disrupted by snow and ice, we can take steps to stay safe.
Make sure you:
🔹 Keep as warm as possible e.g. by wearing layers
🔹 Take extra care when cycling, walking or driving after snowfall
🔹 Stay off frozen waterways
Learn more:
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Don’t let winter catch you out. Get prepared!
#ReadyWinter14
http://t.co/qClZdT0bIh
http://t.co/PpJzBX0CG1
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When bad weather strikes you need up to date, reliable information to help you make good decisions - keep track of developments in one place by subscribing to our list
#readyscotland
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Hello to all our new followers who found us during the
#beastfromtheeast
- if it has made you think about getting involved in volunteering or community resilience, our website has loads of information to get you started
#readyscotland
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If you lose power, don't panic. Wherever you are in Scotland, you can call 105 free of charge to be put through to your local network operator, who can give you help and advice
#readyscotland
#stormcaroline
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Time to swot up on your bad weather driving skills? Check out
@trafficscotland
's advice leaflet before you set off
#readyscotland
@transcotland
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If you are out on the roads over the next couple of days, a quick reminder from Met Office of some key tips for planning ahead and keeping safe
#readyscotland
There's likely to be some disruption to travel from
#StormCaroline
over the next 24 hours. Read our tips for driving in severe weather Stay
#weatheraware
@HighwaysEngland
@TheRAC_UK
@IAMRoadSmart
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Do you know what an emergency alert will look and sound like?
If you receive one, your mobile phone or tablet may:
🔹 Make a loud siren-like sound, even if it’s set on silent;
🔹 Vibrate;
🔹 Read out the alert.
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With an Amber warning for snow across large parts of south and central Scotland today,
@policescotland
advise that there is a high risk of
disruption on the roads. Plan ahead using
@trafficscotland
, take your time and keep a safe distance from those in front
#readyscotland
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Here is our advice on what to do to prepare for the forecasted snow
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Important advice for travel from 9pm - 5am tonight into tomorrow morning. Follow
@policescotland
,
@trafficscotland
and
@transcotland
for the most up to date information
#readyscotland
I have just updated Parliament that Police Scotland have upgraded their travel warning to Stage 4.
This means you should avoid travel between 9pm - 5am in the areas affected by the Amber warning.
Further information will be forthcoming
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With temperatures rising, make sure you enjoy the sun safely this week.
➡️ Avoid the sun at the hottest part of the day (11am - 3pm)
➡️Wear at least Factor 30 sunscreen and a hat
➡️Stay hydrated – drink plenty of water
Find out more➡️
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With the recent weather warnings we are implementing our 3-day advertising plan to encourage preparedness.
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Risk of
#thunderstorms
and heavy rain across Scotland from 9am, which could lead to sudden flooding
Follow
@ScottishEPA
for up to date flood info and
@trafficscotland
for latest on trunk roads
Lots of good advice from
@Metoffice
here
#readyscotland
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This weekend, it’s important to continue to follow the stay at home guidance. If you have friends, family or neighbours who are self-isolating, have a look at the guidance on our website for advice on what you can do to help keep them safe:
#ScotlandCares
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Winter storms can cause power outages.
Did you know you can call 105 free of charge to report or get information about power cuts in your area?
You can also call 105 if you spot damage to electricity power lines and substations.
Stay prepared: .
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6 inches of fast-flowing water is powerful enough to knock over an adult. 🌊
❌ Know the risks and stay safe by avoiding walking or driving through flood water.
For the latest flooding updates, follow
@SEPAFlood
and sign up to the SEPA Floodline at
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A meeting of the Scottish Government’s Resilience Room (SGoRR) has been held today to ensure Ministers are kept up to date on plans to deal with the forecast conditions. Follow
@metoffice
@trafficscotland
@policescotland
@ScottishEPA
and transport operators for the latest advice.
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Winter can be a difficult time of year.
Don't forget about those most vulnerable around you.
From messaging groups for your stair or street, to volunteer groups within your local community, we can all find ways to provide help and support.
More at .
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Our weather updates are NOT a valid excuse to stay home and watch Andy Murray on TV ;-) Generally clear if you travel with care / plan ahead
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Are you ready for winter? ❄️
Our website has guidance on preparing for and dealing with anything this winter might bring.
ℹ️ Find tips on how to protect yourself, your neighbours and your community at .
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Loads of good advice here from
@SEPA
- remember you can sign up to their free Floodline service for advance notice of any flooding in your area
#readyscotland
Find out what simple things you can do now to prepare in case flooding is forecast over the festive period.
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Do you know how to opt out of receiving emergency alerts?
If you need to, you can search your phone settings for 'emergency alerts' and then turn off 'severe alerts' and 'extreme threats'.
It's recommended to keep them on for your safety.
Learn more: .
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There's a yellow warning for wind in place across the north of Scotland today and overnight - take care if you're on the roads, and follow
@trafficscotland
for the latest information. If you lose power, you can call 105 for free, anywhere in Scotland, for help and advice.
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Latest advice from the
@metoffice
ahead of the Yellow warning for snow and ice which will affect parts of Scotland through Friday and into Saturday morning. Remember, dial 105 in the event of a powercut, and keep up with latest on trunk roads at
@trafficscotland
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If travelling over the next few days, check to see if there is any disruption & plan ahead. Keep an eye on
@trafficscotland
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Would you like to help your community during emergencies?
Check out our guidance on how to get involved - or even set up something new
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Are you ready for winter? Check our site for loads of info on how to prepare your home and vehicles, and keep updated on weather in your area
#readyscotland
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Some great opportunities coming up to learn life-saving skills for free from
@StAFirstAid
👇
Would you know how to perform CPR if there was an emergency at home, in the workplace or just out on the street?
Come along to one of our free CPR demonstrations during
#ScottishFirstAidWeek
(Nov 19 - 25, 2018) and build your skills & confidence.
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Today, and every day, this simple advice is well worth heeding - why not re-Tweet to spread the message?
#beprepared
http://t.co/EMYUIuRLEG
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Yellow warnings for snow and ice are in place for most of Scotland this weekend - follow
@metoffice
for the latest forecasts and
@policescotland
and
@trafficscotland
for travel advice
#readyscotland
Warnings for
#snow
and
#ice
have been issued for this
#weekend
. Here are the details. Stay
#weatheraware
❄️
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Does your family have an emergency plan?
You should:
✔️ Write down your important contacts
✔️ Agree a meeting place in advance, should you need to leave home
✔️ Keep your plan in a safe place
For more advice, check .
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Remember your stopping distance is increased 10 times when driving in ice and snow - more good tips below for travelling during a cold snap
#readyscotland
@trafficscotland
@transcotland
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The
@metoffice
have issued an Amber warning for the north of Scotland tomorrow. High winds could bring damage to buildings, longer journey times, power cuts and large waves along the coast. Follow the
#readyscotland
hashtag for advice
#stormcaroline
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Sign up to
@ScottishEPA
's free Floodline system to receive flood alerts direct to your phone
#ophelia
#readyscotland
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Snow could affect your commutes on Wed and Thu - follow
@trafficscotland
@metofficeScot
and council & police feeds for the latest updates
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Really useful info from
@trafficscotland
to help you check your route before you set off
#FreezingRain
👇
We have Weather Station data with info on the trunk roads
You can look to see the road surface state ( dry or wet etc)
The road surface temperature (below freezing means likelihood of ice)
Wind speed and a snapshot on camera
click here 👉
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