Weather warning for strong winds issued by Met Office

A yellow weather warning for strong winds has been issued by the Met Office for the Grampian area.

It will be in place from 4am until 1pm on Wednesday.

The warning outlines: "A band of squally showers will move east with a spell of very strong west to south-westerly winds following through Wednesday morning.

"Gusts of 50-60mph are likely widely and 65mph in exposed locations, with a chance of gusts reaching 75mph in parts of western Scotland, which may combine with the morning high tide to cause some spray and large waves along some western coasts."

The Met Office said the public should expect:

• Some delays to road, rail, air and ferry transport are likely.

• Probably some bus and train services affected, with some journeys taking longer.

• Delays for high-sided vehicles on exposed routes and bridges likely.

• Some short-term loss of power and other services is possible

• It is likely that some coastal routes, sea fronts and coastal communities will be affected by spray and/or large waves.

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