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Latest Scottish Borders Alerts

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Storm Floris - update

In line with the weather forecast, the strongest winds are now clearing the eastern coast of the Sco...

Local Authority
04/08/2025 18:38:07

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Amber Wind Warning update

Update on the Met Office Amber weather warning today (3 August) for the Scottish Borders for wind wh...

Local Authority
03/08/2025 13:38:32

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Wind Weather Warning

The Met Office has issued two weather warnings today (3 August) running consecutively for the Scotti...

Local Authority
03/08/2025 12:46:52

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Yellow weather warning for wind

The Met Office has issued a yellow weather warning for wind, associated with Storm Floris. Key infor...

Local Authority
01/08/2025 11:29:04

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