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Latest pictures from Stonehaven Harbour. Thursday 19 October 2023 18:18, ... Extensive river and surface water flooding expected in Scotland. Thursday 19 October 2023 13:03, ...
Scotland bore the brunt of the storm – with flood defences in the town of Brechin breached.
A rare severe flood warning of “danger to life” has been issued for part of northern Scotland on Hogmanay, as a heavy downpour of rain is expected to burst riverbanks.
Around 10,000 homes in Scotland lost power due to the storm, according to the Scottish and Southern Electricity Networks (SSEN). The energy provider said it had restored services to 7,000 homes ...
In the aftermath of both Storm Kathleen and Storm Pierrick, [14] a combination of an 'exceptionally' high tide and strong winds caused significant floods across the country overnight on 8 April, especially along the south coast of England. [15] On 9 April, 43 flood warnings and 201 flood alerts were in place across England and Wales. [16]
The 1993 Perth flood (also known as the Great Tay Flood) was caused by the River Tay, Scotland's longest river, rising to 6.48 m (21 ft 3 in) above its normal level, with a flow of 2,268 m 3 /s (80,100 cu ft/s). It occurred on 17 January 1993, in Perth, Scotland, after heavy snowfall, from blizzards experienced six days earlier, [1] had melted. [2]
Frank caused severe flooding in Scotland with the towns of Dumfries, Peebles and Ballater flooded by the rivers Nith, Tweed and Dee. [60] Abergeldie Castle was left on the brink of serious damage after flooding eroded the banks of the Dee within feet of the foundations. [61]
Southern and central Scotland was worst hit by the wet conditions. Skip to main content. Sign in. Mail. 24/7 Help. For premium support please call: 800-290-4726 more ways to reach us ...