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 👇
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
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
🔴 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.
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 ❄️
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.
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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.
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."
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...
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 ⬇️
.
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
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
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
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➡️
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
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 .
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
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
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?
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
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
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
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
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 .
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
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
⛈️
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
URGENT UPDATE: Severe Disruption on rail network. Sitaution changing rapidly. Please follow
@scotrail
and
@trafficscotland
for the most up-to-date advice and information.
🚫 We’re dealing with severe disruption due to
#StormAli
right across Scotland. Our advice is Do Not Travel. ^CT
More on the disruption this storm has caused on our network:
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 ⬇️
.
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
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:
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
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
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
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
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.
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
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
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➡️
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
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: .
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
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.
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 .
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 .
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
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: .
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.
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
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
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.
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 .
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
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 👉