Updated travel warning as response continues to Shetland severe weather

The multi-agency response to severe weather and power outages in Shetland is continuing today.

Chief Inspector Stuart Clemenson said: “Thanks to incredible efforts from Shetland Islands Council gritting teams, main roads are now passable however the vast majority of side roads are still unpassable and not safe to travel on. If you think that the routes surrounding your home will still be dangerous, then please stay at home and find ways to keep warm, linking in with friends, family or neighbours to check that everyone is OK.

“In saying this, many areas are much clearer than previous days and community hubs have been set up in various communities to offer warmth and food. If it is safe to do so, then please visit these locations – you can find details on the council website and social media channels. Please take care though and take precautions if walking or travelling by vehicle - NHS services in Shetland are under incredible pressure at the moment and we all need to do everything we can to not place more pressure on these services from injuries that could have been avoided.”

All landline issues have now been fixed.

For more information on community halls open, visit – https://www.shetland.gov.uk/news/article/2425/council-urges-anyone-needing-support-to-get-in-touch

For updates about power outages visit - https://www.ssen.co.uk/news-views/2022/shetland-severe-weather-10.45pm-update/