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Scotland braced for severe winds | Scotland braced for severe winds |
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Scotland is preparing for severe winds, with gusts of over 80mph being forecast for Thursday afternoon. | Scotland is preparing for severe winds, with gusts of over 80mph being forecast for Thursday afternoon. |
Travel is expected to be seriously disrupted and many schools will be closing early. | Travel is expected to be seriously disrupted and many schools will be closing early. |
The Met Office said damaging, up to storm force winds, are set to affect central and southern Scotland, peaking during the afternoon into the evening rush hour. | The Met Office said damaging, up to storm force winds, are set to affect central and southern Scotland, peaking during the afternoon into the evening rush hour. |
It said there is significant risk of structural damage. | It said there is significant risk of structural damage. |
Schools will close from lunchtime in the Borders, Renfrewshire and Stirling Council areas. | Schools will close from lunchtime in the Borders, Renfrewshire and Stirling Council areas. |
Scotrail has advised commuters to consider leaving work early because of the possibility of afternoon rush-hour disruption. | Scotrail has advised commuters to consider leaving work early because of the possibility of afternoon rush-hour disruption. |
Network Rail is expected to apply a speed restriction of 50mph from 10:00 on Thursday because of the danger of fallen trees and other debris on lines. | Network Rail is expected to apply a speed restriction of 50mph from 10:00 on Thursday because of the danger of fallen trees and other debris on lines. |
Its route managing director for Scotland, David Simpson, said: "We will have over 350 engineers out on the network, working to keep the railway running. | Its route managing director for Scotland, David Simpson, said: "We will have over 350 engineers out on the network, working to keep the railway running. |
"However, the extreme nature of the conditions, and the impact they can have on our infrastructure, means that a speed restriction is necessary in the interests of safety." | "However, the extreme nature of the conditions, and the impact they can have on our infrastructure, means that a speed restriction is necessary in the interests of safety." |
Scotrail has prepared a temporary timetable, with a reduced timetable likely from mid-morning. | Scotrail has prepared a temporary timetable, with a reduced timetable likely from mid-morning. |
Police in the Highlands have warned drivers to prepare thoroughly for any journeys they have to make. | Police in the Highlands have warned drivers to prepare thoroughly for any journeys they have to make. |
Insp Steve Mardon said: "Drivers should take heed of weather forecasts and road conditions, plan their routes accordingly and allow plenty of time for their journey. | Insp Steve Mardon said: "Drivers should take heed of weather forecasts and road conditions, plan their routes accordingly and allow plenty of time for their journey. |
"Be prepared for the worst by taking blankets, extra clothing, a shovel, food and drinks, and making sure your mobile phone is fully charged and you have useful contact numbers." | "Be prepared for the worst by taking blankets, extra clothing, a shovel, food and drinks, and making sure your mobile phone is fully charged and you have useful contact numbers." |
Tayside Police have warned of bridge closures, power supply disruption and structural damage. | |
They said fresh falls of snow and blizzard conditions are expected in places. | |
Another casualty of the weather is the Christmas display in Glasgow's George Square. Glasgow Life has said the festive attractions will be closed all day on Thursday as a precaution. |