Police travel advice issued ahead of Storm Bram
Police travel advice has been issued, ahead of Storm Bram tomorrow which is expected to bring high winds to part of northwest Scotland.
The Met Office has issued an Amber weather warning for high and disruptive winds affecting parts of Argyll and Bute, Highland and Na h-Eileanan Siar. Full details about the warning and what you should do can be found on the Met Office website.
The warning for high winds is in place between 4pm and 11:59pm on Tuesday, 9 December 2025. Further Yellow warnings for wind and rain are in place for large parts of Scotland between 12pm on Tuesday, 9 December and 12pm on Wednesday, 10 December.
Emergency contacts
Power
You can call 105 free of charge in the event of a power cut to report or get information about your area.
Electricity suppliers also provide information on their websites on what to do if your power goes off.
Water supply
You can report issues with water supply to Scottish Water on 0800 0778 778 or find further information on their website.
Flooding
Information on flood alerts and warnings is available through the Scottish Environment Protection Agency. You can find more information on their website.
Storm Bram details
Storm Bram will bring a spell of very strong and disruptive winds to northwest Scotland on Tuesday night. Gusts of 70-80 mph are expected for a few hours with a chance that a few places may experience gusts of up to 90 mph. Heavy rain will accompany these strong winds and may exacerbate impacts.
There is potential for large waves and beach material being thrown onto sea fronts, coastal roads and properties. Roads, bridges and railway lines may close, with delays and cancellations to bus, train, ferry services and flights.
Power cuts could occur and affect other services, such as mobile phone coverage.
Damage to buildings and homes is possible, with roofs blown off and power lines brought down. Flying debris could result in a danger to life.
General advice for road users
• Plan ahead and avoid unnecessary travel
• All road users should consider if they really need to travel during adverse weather.
• Consider delaying travel until conditions improve
• If you are travelling on the roads, prepare yourself and your vehicle for the conditions
• Ensure your mobile phone is charged and plan your journey, including an alternative route
• Have sufficient fuel, warm clothing, food and water in case you’re delayed
• Do not ignore road closure signs – they are for your safety
• Congestion caused by vehicles may restrict emergency services and recovery vehicles from providing essential assistance
• Listen to media broadcasts, including radio, for updates Traffic Scotland radio player or visit Traffic Scotland Trunk road traffic updates & route planner
• Follow your local authority for the latest updates in your area via Facebook, X or their website.
• Other information can be found on the Met Office, Ready Scotland. For public transport information visit Traveline Scotland
Wind
• HGV and bus drivers should drive with extreme caution and be aware you may be asked to park at a suitable position by the police
• Drivers of vehicles vulnerable to being blown over should plan their route to avoid exposed areas or consider cancelling your journey until conditions improve
• Cyclists, motorcyclists and pedestrians should consider the risk of being blown over or into the path of other road users
Rain
• Drive to the conditions. Spray can reduce driver visibility
• Be aware of increased stopping distances. In wet weather, stopping distances will be at least double those required for stopping on dry roads
• Driving through areas of flooding can result in catastrophic damage to your vehicle. It may also result in the road becoming blocked with recovery required and may delay emergency services and road maintenance workers
