MET OFFICE AMBER WEATHER WARNING - STORM DAVE - POLICE TRAVEL ADVICE

A spell of very strong southwesterly, then westerly winds is expected across north Wales, northern England and southern Scotland on Saturday evening and overnight before easing early on Sunday. Gusts of 60-70 mph are possible widely with some coastal or exposed locations seeing gusts of around 80 mph.

General advice for road users

HGV and bus drivers should drive with extreme caution and be aware you may be asked to park at a suitable position by the police.

Drivers of vehicles vulnerable to being blown over should plan their route to avoid exposed areas or consider cancelling your journey until conditions improve.

Cyclists, motorcyclists and pedestrians should consider the risk of being blown over or into the path of other road users.

• Plan ahead and avoid unnecessary travel

• All road users should consider if they really need to travel during adverse weather

• Consider delaying travel until conditions improve

• 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.