Yet more Met Office weather warnings are in place today as a "danger to life" remains due to Storm Bram.

Further power cuts are possible and travel delays are expected. Flying debris could also cause injuries as fierce winds hit parts of the country, the Met Office said.

As many as 38 regions remain under Met Office warnings for wind. It awaits to be seen whether more weather alerts will be issued.

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Some areas still facing winds up to 90mph

Three weather warnings are currently in force over Scotland, with some parts still forecast to see gusts of up to 90mph.

  • The first yellow warning, covering residents in the regions of Central, Tayside & Fife, Grampian, Highlands & Eilean Siar, Orkney & Shetland and Strathclyde runs until 10pm today. The Met Office has warned that "injuries and danger to life are possible" with "gusts fairly widely of 60-70 mph, and 80-90 mph in parts of west and northwest Scotland."
  • The second yellow warning covers the areas of Central, Tayside & Fife, Grampian, SW Scotland, Lothian Borders and Strathclyde until 9pm today. Here winds are forecast to reach up to 65 mph with loss of power and delays to road, rail, air and ferry transport possible.
  • The final yellow warning covers the Shetland Islands and warns gusts of up to 75 mph will be possible until 9pm today gradually easing towards the evening.

07:10 Rachel Vickers-Price

Wednesday weather update for Scotland with yellow warnings in place across country

Strong winds associated with Storm Bram will continue throughout Wednesday for Scotland. Here's a look at what is happening across the country, with all current weather alerts issued by the UK meteorological service impacting Scotland. Scots - and people in general across the UK - are encouraged to keep across the latest from the Met Office via the weather bureau's weather alerts .

Yellow warning of wind affecting Orkney & Shetland

According to the Met Office, southerly winds will strengthen through the early hours of the morning, with gusts of 65-75 miles per hour likely in exposed areas. A yellow alert spanning from 3am until midnight is currently in place.

Winds should ease off a bit during the day, but forecasters have warned Scots not to assume the worst is behind them, with a spell of very strong westerly winds possibly developing on Wednesday evening. Forecasters predict that gusts of up to 75 mph will be possible once again for a few hours, but will ease throughout the night.

Anyone travelling throughout the Shetland Isles should prepare themselves for 'likely' delays due to weather, a Met Office spokesperson added, with delays possible to air and ferry services. Those travelling by road should also prepare for delays, with general traffic, as well as bus and train routes, likely to experience delays. Scots are advised to be careful out there whilst going about their business on Wednesday.

There also may be the risk of some short term power loss and coastal communities may be impacted by spray and/or large waves due to the high winds.

Yellow warning of wind - multiple regions, including West and North West Scotland

The Met Office warns of very strong southwesterly winds to continue for a large part of the country on Wednesday. Scots A Yellow Alert is currently in place for winds, with the alert spanning from 00.01am to 11.59pm on Wednesday.

Regions and local government areas of Central, Tayside and Fife, Grampian, Highlands and Eilean Siar, Strathclyde, Orkney and Shetland can all expect gusts fairly widely across the region of of 60-70 mph, and up to 80-90 mph in parts of west and northwest Scotland.

The Met Office said: "Winds will ease somewhat inland into Wednesday morning, although it will remain very windy across the Hebrides and western coast. However, another spell of strong westerly winds will develop for a few hours through the afternoon, with gusts widely 50-60 mph inland, and 70-80 mph along exposed coasts and high ground of the Outer Hebrides, northwest mainland and Orkney.

"Winds will gradually ease in all areas through Wednesday evening."

Strong winds may also exacerbate any clean-up operations now underway in the wake of the worst of the storm.

High winds carry with them risk of flying debris, which pose the risk of injuries and a danger to life. Some damage to buildings, such as tiles blown from roofs, are also possible.

Yellow warning of wind - multiple regions, including South West Scotland

A slew of local government areas in Scotland's lower half have yet another yellow weather warning issued by the Met Office, with a warning issued for the regions of Central, Tayside and Fife, Grampian, South West Scotland, Lothian Borders, and Strathclyde.

The Met Office warning states: "Strong southwesterly winds, associated with Storm Bram, will continue through Wednesday with some strong gusts possible at times, especially near heavy showers. Peak gusts of 45-55 miles per hour are likely fairly widely, and perhaps up to 65 mph along more exposed coasts and hills.

"Winds will gradually ease in all areas through Wednesday evening."

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Road closed due to flooding as National Highways lifts high vehicle ban elsewhere

National Highways have issued updates on road closures in relation to Storm Bram, confirming the reopening of the Tees Flyover.

"The strong winds on the A19 Tees Flyover, between the A66 and the A1046, have now eased," a spokesperson said, adding that the "flyover is now open to all vehicles".

About 30 miles away, the A66 in County Durham/Cumbria is closed in both directions for high sided vehicles.

The closure is impacting the stretch of arterial road between the A1M at Scotch Corner and the M6 at Penrith, with National Highways shuttering the road to high sided vehicles due to strong winds.

Further south, lanes are closed near Birmingham Airport on the A4545.

Traffic heading in both directions are currently impacted by the lane closure, which National Highways has introduced due to flooding.

The A4545 closures have come into effect between the M42 and the junction with the A45, National Highways said.

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ScotRail issue statement for morning commuters

ScotRail have issued a notice to morning commuters and the public in relation to rail services impacted by Storm Bram. for Wednesday (December 10).

"Before services can resume on the routes closed by Storm Bram, inspections will be carried out tomorrow morning to ensure it is safe to do so. This means that tomorrow morning, some services on affected routes may be delayed, cancelled, or amended while we work to return to normal following the storm," a spokesperson from the railway service said.

The following ScotRail services will be impacted as a result:

  • Inverness - Kyle of Lochalsh: The first two services (each way) of the morning will be cancelled.
  • Inverness - Wick: Services will run but with a delay and the 0613 Ardgay - Inverness will be cancelled.
  • Inverness - Aberdeen: These services will run but with a delay.
  • Glasgow Central - Neilston: The first two services (each way) will be cancelled.
  • Services to/from Stranraer/Girvan will be disrupted while line inspections are carried out, service cancellations and revisions are expected.
  • 0457 Dumfries - Carlisle will be cancelled.
  • West Highland & Mallaig Line: 0603/1010 Mallaig - Queen Street will be cancelled. 0815 Fort William - Mallaig will be cancelled.
  • 0517 Oban - Queen St will terminate at Ardlui.
  • 0520 Queen St - Oban will terminate at Dalmally.

ScotRail recommended commuters to check their app before travelling in the morning "for the latest service information before you head out" to start your day.

07:10 Steven White

Remaining yellow and amber warnings

Storm Bram has blasted much of the UK with heavy winds and rain today and number of weather warnings put in place. Below is a summary of the all the yellow and amber warnings issued by the Met Office.

Tuesday, December 9

- this began at 4pm and is expected to last until 3am tomorrow in Scotland only. The affected areas incude the north west of the country, including Fort Williams and Ullapool on the mainland. While the Outer Hebrides are also impacted.

There is the possibilty of 'very strong and disruptive winds' that could cause travel delays, power cuts and large waves on the coast. Flying debris could also result in 'danger to life'.

- The rest of Scotland falls under the this warning until 23:59pm. While the north of England, including Cumbria, parts of Yorkshire, Northumberland and Lancashire, are also affected. The top of North Wales also falls under the warning, but Northern Irelands escapes it.

Some travel delays, plus short-term power loss and spray from the sea may be likely.

Wednesday, Decemeber 10

- the north west of Scotland, plus the Outer Hebrides will experience intense winds from midnight until 3am.

- virtually all of mainland Scotland, from the top part of the Scottish Borders, will be under this warning from midnight until between 9pm and 10pm. While the Shetland islands will be impacted from 3am until 23:59pm. England, Wales and Northern Ireland are all unaffected by this warning.

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Yellow warning ends for one area

Residents in Northern Ireland are no longer under a yellow warning caused by Storm Bram. However, yellow wind warnings are still in place for counties Donegal, Leitrim, Mayo and Sligo in neighbouring Ireland, which are in place until midnight.

07:10 Steven White

Train speed restrictions in place

Train speed restrictions are in place across Scotland to keep passengers safe as they travel during the worst of Storm Bram.

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Power cuts still affecting thousands across the UK

Chunks of the UK are still without power due to Storm Bram. Earlier today it was reported that around 3,000 homes in England and Wales were without power.

As of this evening, the number had increased to at least 4,000, according the National Grid. The company also posted a tweet advising people on how the can best prepare for a power cut.

07:10 Steven White

Coach full of kids stranded on major road

At least one bus has been stranded on a key road in Northern Ireland today due to Storm Bram. The vehicle became stuck on Portaferry Road in County Down.

The drama emerged after several parents expressed their concern on social media as they asked Translink for more information about the delay to the service. They claimed their children had contacted them saying they were stuck on the notorious stretch of road out of Newtownards and next to Strangford Lough, according to BelfastLive .

The Translink representative apologised to the parent and informed them to get the school children to ask the driver for clarification on the situation.

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Multiple lorries overturn on major motorway

A number of lorries have overturned on a major motorway as commuters continue to battle Storm Bram. A section of the M74 - a key route in Scotland - has been closed as emergency crews were called out to the scene.

The incident is between Junction 11 at the Poniel Interchange and Junction 13 at the Abington Interchange. A spokesperson for the Scottish Fire and Rescue Service (SFRS) said that at least three lorries had overturned.

Read the full story here .

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Ryanair flight forced to make emergency landing

A Ryanair flight had to make emergency landing in Liverpool it was forced to turn back because it was cauht up in Storm Bram. Flight FR441 departed Liverpool John Lennon Airport for Dublin shortly after 1.05pm on Tuesday, December 9.

According to passengers, the aircraft was around "10 minutes away" from landing in Dublin when the crew announced it would have to divert due to worsening conditions, reports Liverpool Echo . Les Wright, 61, who was travelling for business, said that he had seen forecasts predicting blustery weather but received no warning the flight might be affected.

"As we got to the Irish coast they turned the flight back because the weather was too bad. We were within 10 minutes of Dublin Airport when they announced they were really sorry but they’d have to return to Liverpool," he said.

07:10 Steven White

Tree pulled down on road by ferocious storm

A tree has been blown down by Storm Bram in the Lenaghmore area of Cork in Ireland as vehicles are forced to drive around it.

Every county in the country will have been be under an orange weather warning at some point today, according to upgraded advisories from Irish forecasters, as massive winds and heavy rain continue.

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What to expect after Storm Bram

Much of the UK is currently being pummeled by Storm Bram but once it completely moves away later in the week, what type of weather can we expect? You may be surpised to know that mild conditions of up to 16C have been forecast.

However, in the week before Christmas conditions could drop below zero as an Arctic blast strikes. In total, 16 counties are predicted to see flurries of snow on December 19 in England and Wales.

Read the full article here .

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Met Office forecast for this evening

The Met Office predicts a gusty evening ahead across the UK, including gales in the North West. Elsewhere, heavy rain is expected to hit much of Scotland.

The forecaster's latest update for the rest of today reads in full: "Remaining very windy across the north of the UK, with severe gales in the northwest. Further spells of heavy rain are expected across Scotland.

"Mostly dry elsewhere with clear spells, but still rather windy. Some showers in the west later."

An earlier forecast from Met Office suggested that, "gusts of 80mph are likely on Tuesday evening, with the most exposed spots, such as the Outer Hebrides, potentially seeing gusts up to 90 mph as Storm Bram makes a close pass.

"The strongest winds will then move northwards into Shetland and Orkney overnight into Wednesday, before gradually easing during the morning."

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M4 delay chaos as bridge at 'risk of collapse'

Motorists are facing misery on the M4 today as Storm Bram is causing huge delays and problems with two bridges. The M4 Prince of Wales Bridge remains partially closed due to emergency repairs. The motorway has also been affected by the M48 Severn Bridge being closed as a result of strong winds.

The Severn Bridge has since reopened but two lanes remain closed in both directions on the Prince of Wales Bridge due to emergency lighting repairs from J22 M49 to J23 M48. The light columns are at immediate risk of collapse and repair work cannot commence until wind speeds have eased.

Read our live blog here for the latest updates on the M4.

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Historic York city centre flooded as River Ouse bursts

The River Ouse has burst its banks in York, submerging some of the medieval city centre under several inches of water. The Environment Agencyhas issued dozens of flood warnings today as heavy rains and high winds fill rivers to bursting across multiple areas of the UK.

The red warnings are concentrated mainly in the South West along coastal regions and over high ground - but a cluster are also around the York area, where dramatic pictures show its centre under water this morning following heavy rains upstream of the city.

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Woman dramatically rescued from submerged car

A driver had to been pulled from her submerged car after it was swept 40 yards downstream from a flooded ford. The woman entered the watery crossing at Moyles Court, near Ringwood in Hampshire, but soon realised it was too deep.

As she attempted to reverse out of the ford the surging water dragged her blue Ford Focus down the stream. Thankfully, a member of the public realised the danger and helped get the woman out of the floating car. The vehicle came to rest further downstream almost on its roof.

It will now only be recovered once the floodwater has rescinded and it is safe to do so. Elsewhere, in Dorset four people were also pulled from their vehicles in Thornford, after multiple cars became stuck on a flooded road.

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Pilot makes split-second decision trying to land in storm

The heart-stopping moment a pilot struggles against a raging Storm Bram at an airport has been caught on camera. A dramatic clip shows the private plane lurching towards the runway at Belfast City Airport in Northern Ireland.

The aircraft is tossed around by the brutal storm as the captain fights to steady the aircraft for landing. But with just feet to go before touchdown, the pilot is forced to make a split-second decision, aborting the attempt as the howling winds make it far too dangerous to continue.

Watch the video and read the full article here .

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Caravan park flooded after river bursts

Weir Caravan Park in Stamford Bridge in Yorkshire where the river Derwent has burst it banks after Storm Bram hit the UK. today 'Danger to life' weather warnings are in place as the storm brings heavy rainfall and strong winds to parts of the UK.

The Met Office has put out an alert for areas of Scotland, Wales, and southwest England, with treacherous conditions expected throughout today and into tomorrow morning.

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Cars flooded on road after river bursts

A dramatic photo shows a number of vehicles driving through deep flood water on A5052 at Colyford in Devon after the River Axe burst its banks after heavy overnight rain during Storm Bram.

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Delays on trains as tree falls on line

National Rail said in a statement: "There is a tree on the line between Sheffield and Stockport which means some lines are blocked. Trains between these stations may be cancelled, delayed by up to 20 minutes or revised.

"Customers are advised that Manchester bound services are likely to divert, as a result Stockport will not be served. Customers for this station are advised to alight at Manchester Piccadilly and board the next available TransPennine express or Northern service towards your destination. We expected this to continue until 5pm."

07:10 Steven White

Amber warning extended

The amber wind warning for northern Scotland later on today has now been extended. The alert comes into force at 4pm and has now been extended from midnight on Tuesday until 3am on Wednesday.

It warns of potential “danger to life” from flying debris as well as the possibility of power cuts, travel disruption and damage to buildings and homes.

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Train operator issues warning

Avanti West Coast has issued a warning to commuters travelling today to check before they do due to 'significant disruption' expected because of the storm.

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30 flood warnings and 160 flood alerts

At the time of writing, the Environment Agency has issued 30 flood warnings and 160 flood alerts across England.

The agency advises that a flood warning indicates flooding is expected and so you should act now. These types of warnings are usually issued 30 minutes to two hours before flooding.

While a flood alerts means that flooding is possible and people should be prepared to act if it happens.

07:10 Joe Smith

Over 4,000 homes left without power

More than 4,000 properties are now without power across the UK, according to the latest information from the National Grid.

The cause for the powercuts has not been officially stated but the numbers have grown throughout the day, as strong winds batter northern and western parts of the UK, as shown on the National Grid's own website.

Over a thousand of the properties without power are in the south west of the UK with many more in Wales and the midlands. The Northern Ireland Electricity Networks website shows power outages in 11 postcodes there.

A map from the utility company says the outages in areas including Belfast and Lisburn are "due to severe weather conditions causing damage to the network".

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M48 Severn Bridge reopens

The M48 Severn Bridge has reopened after it was closed earlier due to strong winds.

The bridge was closed this morning before being briefly reopened and then closed again. Engineers will continue to monitor wind speeds and update their decision on whether the bridge can remain open throughout the day.

As we reported earlier, the diversions caused by the bridge closure have caused traffic chaos with cars forced to use the M4 Prince of Wales Bridge which only has one lane open in each direction.

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Motorway chaos as M48 Severn Bridge closed while M4 Prince of Wales Bridge has single lane

Motorists are being warned to avoid trying to cross the Bristol Channel as severe delays and closures have resulted in massive disruption this afternoon.

Earlier we reported that the M48 Severn Bridge has been closed due to high winds. Traffic was being diverted via the M4 Prince of Wales Bridge - however emergency road works on that bridge are causing chaos.

The Prince of Wales Bridge currently has four of its six lanes closed due to emergency roadworks - with delays of over an hour being reported by irate motorists. There is heavy congestion eastbound from J26 Malpas, Traffic Wales reports.

National Highways said: "There are severe delays approaching the M4 Prince of Wales Bridge in Gloucestershire in both directions due to emergency roadworks.

"2 lanes of 3 have had to be closed in both directions for safety reasons awaiting emergency repairs to a number of lamp columns

"This is due to urgent safety inspections of lighting columns on the bridge, which have identified an immediate risk."

07:10 Joe Smith

M66 reopens after flood and crash

The M66 was closed this morning following flooding of the southbound carriageway and a collision. National Highways reported long delays to rush hour traffic as workers cleared debris and tried to remove floodwater from the carriageway.

The agency has said that all lanes on the motorway have now reopened and traffic reporting service Inrix reports that traffic is moving freely.

07:10 Joe Smith

Met Office expands 90mph amber wind warning

An amber 'risk to life' weather warning for gales that could reach up to 90mph has been expanded by the forecaster.

The warning, which covers an area of north-west Scotland starting at 4pm today, has been updated to include a wider area.

As well as expanding to cover more inland areas, the duration of the warning has also been extended - until 03:00 GMT on Wednesday morning.

Wind speeds are still predicted to reach as high as 70-80mph with gusts of over 90mph in a few places, especially exposed areas in the west.

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What do the different warning colours mean?

The Met Office has three categories of weather warning, depending on the likely impact of severe weather and also how likely it is to strike in a particular area.

A warning is issued when weather conditions are expected to disrupt travel and traffic and may impact on daily routines but are not likely to pose a risk to life or property.

An warning is more severe and advises people to think about changing their plans to minimise the risk.

A warning means weather conditions are expected to be dangerous with widespread damage to property and a risk to life, with the public usually advised to avoid travelling.