Scots rivers most likely to flood named as weather warning for heavy rain issued

dailyrecord.co.uk:

Scots have been warned to prepare for snow and heavy rain in run up to Hogmanay. The Scottish Environmental Protection Agency (Sepa) has urged people in the North West and Central Highlands to “be aware” with flooding expected.Heavy and persistent rain is forecast for Monday and Tuesday in Scotland, following an already wet Sunday – with Sepa putting nine flood alerts and one flood warning in place as of 5.30pm on Sunday.

The organisation says it is monitoring the situation 24/7 and is working with partner agencies.Pascal Lardet, Sepa flood duty manager, said: “Some very high river levels are forecast for Monday and Tuesday, in particular, the Spey and other rivers in the Great Glen and Easter Ross area.

Levels on the River Tay and other rivers across the Central Highlands will also be high.“We’re likely to see river and surface water flooding impacts across these areas, resulting in disruptions to transport and to communities.

Flooding of property, infrastructure, roads and the rail network are all possible. We urge everyone to be prepared and be aware.“If you live or work in the affected areas, or are planning to visit, think about any steps you need to take now to be prepared for flooding impacts – and consider whether your journey is necessary.”Residents and those travelling through the affected areas have been asked to check Sepa’s Scottish Flood Forecast, which also uses data from the Met Office.