Storm Bert – police travel advice issued
The Met Office has issued an Amber weather warning for snow and ice in areas north of the Central Belt for #StormBert. The warning is in place between 7am and 5pm on Saturday, 23 November, 2024.
The areas affected by the Amber warning are:
- Angus
- Perth & Kinross
- Stirling
- Aberdeenshire
- Highland
- Argyll & Bute
Additionally, Yellow weather warnings for snow and ice affecting all parts of Scotland are in place.
There is a high risk of disruption and travel conditions may be hazardous. Motorists are advised to consider whether they need to travel and consider delaying journeys.
Superintendent Vinnie Fisher, deputy head of Road Policing, said: “All road users should consider if they really need to travel in adverse weather.
“When driving on ice and snow, keep well back from the road user in front. Stopping distances can be up to ten times greater than on dry roads.
“Check your windscreen washer levels and ensure your windows are completely clear before driving. Failure to do so can result in a fine.
“Listen to media broadcasts for updates, follow Transport Scotland and the Met Office on social media and share information with others.”
Advice for road users:
- Keep well back from the road user in front. Stopping distances in snowy or icy conditions can be up to 10x greater than on dry roads.
- Check your windscreen washer levels and effectiveness of wiper blades.
- Check your vehicle’s lights. You must ensure your lights are clean and number plates are clearly visible
- Ensure your windows are completely clear before driving. Failure to do so can result in a fine
- 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 | Traffic Scotland or visit Traffic Scotland | Trunk road traffic updates & route planner
- Follow your local authority for the latest updates in your area via Facebook, Twitter/X or their website
- Other information can be found on the Met Office, Ready Scot. For public transport information visit www.travelinescotland.
- Follow @policescotland and @trafficscotland on Twitter/X for up-to-date travel information.
