Ready Scotland@ReadyScotland

Official channel of @scotgov's Civil Contingencies Division. Please note we're unable to answer questions here, find out how to get in touch at gov.scot/contact

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Planning ahead can reduce the impact of flooding. You can: - make an emergency plan for your home - prepare an emergency kit with essentials you may need - save important phone numbers somewhere easy to find - join a local flood group Stay prepared: ready.campaign.gov.scot/floo…
If flooding is forecast: move your vehicle to higher ground; fit your flood protection products; charge your mobile phone and power banks.

ALT If flooding is forecast: move your vehicle to higher ground; fit your flood protection products; charge your mobile phone and power banks.

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Flooding can affect everyone. The Scottish Flood Forecast from SEPA gives you up to three days' notice of potential flooding, so you can plan, prepare and stay safe. scottishfloodforecast.sepa.o… Follow @SEPAFlood on X to keep up to date on flooding information across Scotland.
If flooding is forecast: Move your vehicle to higher ground. Fit your flood protection products. Charge your mobile phone and power banks.

ALT If flooding is forecast: Move your vehicle to higher ground. Fit your flood protection products. Charge your mobile phone and power banks.
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Ready Scotland retweeted
SEPAFlood
@SEPAFlood
Oct 27
Further stormy weather is expected to affect Scotland through Tuesday and Wednesday. Coastal flooding impacts are likely around the country, these may be particularly significant around the Northern Isles coastline. Storm surges combined with spring tides and large waves are expected to result in spray and wave overtopping, particularly around the high tide. These conditions may result in extensive flooding of low lying roads, property flooding and significant travel disruption. Remain vigilant, particularly around coastal areas, and stay away from flooded promenades, sea walls and crashing waves. Stay up to date with the latest information: sepa.org.uk/flooding
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Scottish Government
@scotgov
Oct 23
The Scottish Government’s Resilience Room (SGORR) has been activated in response to an amber warning for wind. We are working with resilience partners and emergency services to mitigate the impacts. gov.scot/news/amber-weather-…
SGORR Activated

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Scottish Government
@scotgov
Oct 23
An amber weather warning for wind is in place for most of Scotland from 9pm tomorrow to 9pm on Sunday. Strong winds are expected to cause disruption in these areas. Keep up-to-date with the forecast and visit ready.scot for advice.
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Strong winds are forecast. Keep your home protected. Secure loose objects such as ladders, garden furniture or anything that could cause danger. Find out more at ready.campaign.gov.scot/stor…
Prepare for storms and strong winds. Find out how to stay safe at ready.scot.

ALT Prepare for storms and strong winds. Find out how to stay safe at ready.scot.
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Met Office
@metoffice
Oct 23
An Amber warning for strong wind has been issued for much of Scotland and parts of Northern Ireland and northern England for Storm Boelo as Storm Austen moves through. Find out more in our latest press release: metoffice.gov.uk/about-us/ne…

Amber warning issued for Storm Boelo as Storm Austen moves through

An Amber warning for wind has been issued for much of Scotland and parts of Northern Ireland and northern England.

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Met Office
@metoffice
Oct 23
⚠️⚠️ Amber weather warning issued ⚠️⚠️ Strong winds across Scotland and the far north of England and parts of Northern Ireland Saturday 2100 - Sunday 2100 Latest info 👉 bit.ly/WxWarning Stay #WeatherAware ⚠️
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SEPAFlood
@SEPAFlood
Oct 22
From Friday, a period of extended wet and windy weather will bring disruption to large parts of Scotland across the weekend as two named storms, Storm Austen and Storm Boelo, sweep their way across the UK. On Friday, possible flooding impacts are expected with particular concern around Fife, Edinburgh, the Lothians and the Scottish Borders. On Saturday, the concern extends around Western and coastal areas. Impacts could include the flooding of roads, properties and disruption to transport and infrastructure. For up to date information, please check our flooding page: beta.sepa.scot/flooding/ and check before you travel.
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Met Office
@metoffice
Oct 22
Storm Boelo will impact Northern Ireland, Scotland and parts of northern England over the weekend. Warnings have also been updated for Storm Austen which impacts the south of England and Wales tonight and on Friday. All details in our news release👇 metoffice.gov.uk/about-us/ne…
Met Office news release graphic dated 22 October 2026. Against a black-and-white background of dark storm clouds, the headline reads: “Storm Boelo named as strong winds forecast for northern UK.

ALT Met Office news release graphic dated 22 October 2026. Against a black-and-white background of dark storm clouds, the headline reads: “Storm Boelo named as strong winds forecast for northern UK.

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During flooding, 6 inches of fast-flowing water can be powerful enough to knock over an adult. Stay safe by avoiding walking or driving through flood water. Be prepared for flooding: ready.campaign.gov.scot/floo…
Do not drive through flood water. You could damage or lose control of your car.

ALT Do not drive through flood water. You could damage or lose control of your car.

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To make sure your home is prepared for flooding, you can: - check your insurance covers flood damage - consider using flood protection products, such as alarms and door barriers ready.campaign.gov.scot/floo…
You can use flood protection products to block or reduce water from entering your home.

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An emergency plan will help you and your household stay safe in an emergency. You can view and fill in our example plan with information you’ll need: ready.campaign.gov.scot/emer…
How to write an emergency plan.

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Scottish Government
@scotgov
Aug 13
We are urging people to take extreme caution during a very high wildfire warning for parts of Scotland. To prevent wildfires: • do not use naked flames or light outdoor fires, BBQs or fire bowls • take all litter home with you including glass and extinguished cigarette ends
Please take extreme caution to prevent wildfires

ALT Please take extreme caution to prevent wildfires

“We have already seen the devastating impact wildfires can have this summer, not just here but in other parts of the UK and Europe. Scotland has some of the most beautiful countryside in the world and it should be enjoyed by everyone. However, it is important that we all apply extreme caution to prevent wildfires and to ensure members of the community and our fire service are not put in danger.” Neil Gray Justice Secretary

ALT “We have already seen the devastating impact wildfires can have this summer, not just here but in other parts of the UK and Europe. Scotland has some of the most beautiful countryside in the world and it should be enjoyed by everyone. However, it is important that we all apply extreme caution to prevent wildfires and to ensure members of the community and our fire service are not put in danger.” Neil Gray Justice Secretary

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Scottish Government
@scotgov
Aug 12
Wildfires are dangerous and spread fast. To help prevent wildfires: • do not light outdoor fires, BBQs or fire bowls • do not use naked flames, which can spread to nearby grass or shrubs and fuel wildfires • take all litter home with you More advice: firescotland.gov.uk/outdoors…
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If you're going out during hot weather, remember to apply sunscreen with at least SPF 30 and reapply regularly. More tips on staying safe in the sun this summer: ready.campaign.gov.scot/hot-…
Cover up with loose clothing and put on sunscreen with at least SPF 30.

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If it's safe, opening your windows when the air feels cooler outside (like at night) can help keep your home cool during the hot summer months. Find more advice on preparing for hot weather at ready.campaign.gov.scot/hot-….
Keep your home cool during hot weather. If it's safe, open windows when the air feels cooler outside, for example at night.

ALT Keep your home cool during hot weather. If it's safe, open windows when the air feels cooler outside, for example at night.
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Stay safe outside this summer. If you can, try to plan exercise and outdoor activities during cooler parts of the day. Find out how to stay safe this summer at ready.campaign.gov.scot/hot-…
Stay safe outside this summer: Stay out of the sun between 11am to 3pm. Try to plan exercise and outdoor activities during cooler parts of the day. Put on sunscreen with at least SPF 30.

ALT Stay safe outside this summer: Stay out of the sun between 11am to 3pm. Try to plan exercise and outdoor activities during cooler parts of the day. Put on sunscreen with at least SPF 30.
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Your home can overheat during warmer weather. Closing blinds and curtains if windows get direct sunlight during the day can help. Ready Scotland has more tips on how to stay safe and cool this summer at ready.campaign.gov.scot/hot-…
Learn how to keep your home cool this summer.

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Saving water helps everyone. Find out how making small changes can make a big difference to the amount of water you use. scottishwater.co.uk/your-hom…
Learn how to save water this summer.

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