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Storm Floris Warnings End as Recovery Teams Mobilize

Authorities across Scotland have begun inspecting storm-damaged infrastructure.

Waves lash the sea wall at Saltcoats station in North Ayrshire on Monday morning
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Overview

  • A yellow wind warning remains active in Orkney after all other Met Office alerts were lifted by early Tuesday morning.
  • Scottish and Southern Electricity Networks reports crews are working through the night to restore power to thousands of homes left offline.
  • LNER and Avanti West Coast continue to advise against travel north of Newcastle and Preston as rail lines undergo safety inspections.
  • CalMac has canceled west coast ferry sailings until vessels and piers can be checked for storm damage.
  • Police Scotland and local councils are clearing fallen trees and securing hazards on major routes such as the A87 and A96.