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Scottish Flood Forecast

Last updated on 21/01/2026 at 10:34

Summary

Persistent & heavy rain from Wednesday through to Friday could result in significant flooding across central and northeast Scotland. On Wednesday, strong winds and high waves along the east coast of the country could also cause isolated spray and wave overtopping which may impact low-lying land and roads.

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Flood impacts

Yellow: Possible impacts are:
- Flooding affecting parts of communities
- Danger to life and damage to buildings
- Disruption to infrastructure

Yellow: Possible impacts are:
- Flooding affecting parts of communities
- Danger to life and damage to buildings
- Disruption to infrastructure

Yellow: Possible impacts are:
- Flooding affecting parts of communities
- Danger to life and damage to buildings
- Disruption to infrastructure

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