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Scotland is bracing for powerful Storm Amy, with winds forecasted to reach up to 95mph, prompting an amber warning for north and west parts of the country. This warning will be in effect from 17:00 until 09:00 on Saturday. As a result, several ScotRail services and ferry journeys have already been canceled ahead of the storm’s arrival. In addition to the wind warning, there is also a yellow warning for heavy rain in Scotland and Northern Ireland, expecting 20-30mm of rain over a six to nine-hour period.
Furthermore, a broader yellow warning has been issued for winds reaching up to 60mph, with exposed areas potentially experiencing speeds of up to 70mph. This warning covers all of Scotland, Northern Ireland, and large parts of north west England and Wales, starting from 15:00 until midnight on Saturday. Scotland’s transport secretary, Fiona Hyslop, has advised travelers to check with their respective operators before embarking on their journeys. She emphasized the importance of planning ahead and being aware of potential weather-related disruptions.
Expected transport disruptions include canceled trains in the northern region of the country, speed restrictions on all rail routes, traffic diversions, and possible delays or cancellations on CalMac’s west coast ferry network. Drivers have been cautioned to adapt to the challenging road conditions and maintain a safe driving distance. The AA has echoed these sentiments, emphasizing the seriousness of Storm Amy as a significant weather event. Additionally, power firm SSEN has issued its yellow alert and is proactively reaching out to vulnerable customers to provide assistance in the event of power outages
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