Weather and Travel Advice
Sign up to receive the latest weather warnings in your area directly from the Met Office. Or download their app for the latest information where you are. To help get the most out of their advice, you may wish to learn more about their warning system, e.g. what the colour of each type of warning means.
If you’re travelling by road, Traffic Scotland host an interactive map which provides information on all incidents, roadworks, travel warnings and more on Scotland’s major roads. You can also check live traffic cameras across the country to monitor road conditions before you set off.
The Scottish Environment Protection Agency (SEPA) offers a live flood update service called Floodline. If you live in a flood-risk area or are concerned about flooding, you can sign up for free flood warnings by calling Floodline on 0345 988 1188 or by visiting their signup page.
Get the latest updates on your rail route with ScotRail’s live network map. Check the service on a single route, or see the whole network at a glance. Make sure you also sign up for JourneyCheck alerts on your regular journeys.
Think about how you’re going to get home when you’re out and about during the festive season, before you head out – and remember to consider any journeys the morning after. Even if you’re slightly over the limit, in the eyes of the law you are a criminal. There’s no grey area. #DriveSmart. Find out more at roadsafety.scot.
Winter weather advice for staff
All NHS Lanarkshire staff have a vital role in maintaining health care services whatever the weather brings. During periods of poor and extreme weather staff should exercise particular care, taking account of the conditions, and be aware that public transport may be subject to cancellation. The general advice is:
- Monitor weather forecasts
- Dress for the conditions including suitable footwear
- Plan journeys allowing additional time
We will share Met Office weather warnings and advice when these warnings have the potential to cause disruption for our staff, patients and services. Managers and staff should have discussions in advance of winter to ensure both personal safety and service continuity. All staff, including managers, should make sure they are familiar with the Adverse Weather Policy. The Ready Scotland website is full of useful advice on preparing for winter at home, at work and transport resilience.
