INVERCLYDE’S weather is set to take another turn today as Storm Jocelyn brings high winds and heavy rain.
A yellow weather warning for rain came into force at 7am this morning and will remain in place until 6pm.
The Met Office says the conditions could cause some flooding and disruption to bus and train services, as well as delaying journey times for drivers.
After a very windy weekend, further strong winds are on their way as a result of #StormJocelyn with various warnings in place ⚠️
— Met Office (@metoffice) January 22, 2024
If you are travelling this week, take care when out and about and stay up to date with warnings here 👉 https://t.co/QwDLMfRBfs pic.twitter.com/hx0QRvDIbE
A further yellow warning for wind will be in place from 4pm today until 1pm tomorrow, with forecasters warning of potential power cuts and road blockages.
Inverclyde is set to see gusts of up to 60mph overnight.
The conditions are also likely to hamper any remaining recovery efforts off the back of Storm Isha.
The Met Office has warned that the winds could also pose a threat of injuries or danger to life from large waves and beach material being thrown on to sea fronts, coastal roads and properties.
Comments: Our rules
We want our comments to be a lively and valuable part of our community - a place where readers can debate and engage with the most important local issues. The ability to comment on our stories is a privilege, not a right, however, and that privilege may be withdrawn if it is abused or misused.
Please report any comments that break our rules.
Read the rules here