Yellow rain warning for western Scotland flood risk

A yellow weather warning for heavy rain is in effect for parts of western Scotland, with forecasters warning of potential flooding and travel disruption from Sunday evening into Monday morning. The alert, issued by the Met Office on Sunday, July 5, covers the Highlands, Eilean Siar, and Argyll and Bute in Strathclyde. It is scheduled to remain in place from 5 p.m. on Sunday until 10 a.m. on Monday, July 6.

Meteorologists predict a prolonged spell of persistent rain moving across the region, with widespread totals of 20 to 40 millimeters expected. The most mountainous areas could see between 50 and 75 millimeters, and there is a chance that the most exposed spots could receive close to 100 millimeters. The heaviest downpours are anticipated from Sunday afternoon through to Monday morning, with conditions expected to ease somewhat by Monday morning.

Authorities have advised residents in the affected areas to prepare for potentially disruptive conditions. The public is urged to check for flood risks, prepare emergency kits, and plan for possible travel delays and power outages. Motorists should check road conditions before journeys, and public transport users are advised to verify...