- by foxnews
- 05 Apr 2025
Severe storm battered Scotland on Sunday, with winds gusting up to 70mph and heavy rain causing widespread travel disruptions.
Severe storm battered Scotland on Sunday, with winds gusting up to 70mph and heavy rain causing widespread travel disruptions.
The Met Office issued a yellow weather warning across Scotland, northern and western England, and Wales, while the Scottish Environment Protection Agency (SEPA) enforced flood warnings in key areas, including Aberfoyle in the Trossachs.
According to CalMac Ferries' official website, adverse conditions could continue affecting sailings, urging passengers to check updates before travel.
Rail services faced major delays due to fallen trees and overhead power line damage:
According to Network Rail Scotland, some restrictions will remain in place until mid-morning Monday for safety reasons.
SEPA issued multiple flood alerts and warnings, particularly in Aberfoyle, where:
The Met Office confirmed:
Travellers are advised to check live updates on the Transport Scotland, CalMac Ferries, and ScotRail websites before travelling.
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