There is an amber rain warning for parts of Scotland for Sunday with up to 200mm (8 inches) of rain expected to fall- the mean figure for the whole month up there.
Eilean Siar is the official name for the Outer Hebrides (being the Gaelic form).
If up there please be aware and take the appropriate precautions, whether driving or on public transport.
Areas affected: Highlands & Eilean Siar | Strathclyde
Starts: 00:00 GMT on Sun 17 DecemberEnds: 23:59 GMT on Sun 17 December
Persistent, heavy rain is likely to cause significant travel disruption and flooding
- A good chance some communities will be cut off by blocked roads
- Fast flowing or deep floodwater is likely, causing danger to life
- Delays and some cancellations to train and bus services are likely
- Spray and flooding probably leading to difficult driving conditions and some road closures
- Homes and businesses could be flooded, causing damage to some buildings
- There is a slight chance of power cuts and loss of other services to some homes and businesses