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Train services across Scotland will be impacted this weekend as Storm Boelo brings strong winds and heavy rain across the country.
The storm is expected to affect large parts of Scotland from Saturday, 24 October through to Sunday, 25 October, with wind gusts of more than 60mph widely forecast and potentially reaching 80mph in some areas.
With heavy rainfall also expected, Network Rail has confirmed that a number of routes will close as a precaution, while speed restrictions will be introduced across much of Scotland's Railway to keep customers and staff safe.
The worst of the weather is expected to affect the west and north of Scotland, with some areas potentially experiencing severe winds for up to 24 hours.
The following line closures are planned:
• Glasgow Central – Ayr will close between Kilwinning and Ayr from 21.00 on Saturday, 24 October.
- After 2100, a ½ hourly shuttle service will operate between Glasgow Central and Kilwinning in both directions.
• Glasgow Queen Street – Oban / Mallaig will close between Fort William and Mallaig and between Crianlarich and Oban from around 22.00 on Saturday, 24 October.
• Inverness – Kyle of Lochalsh will close between Kyle of Lochalsh and Achnashellach from the start of service on Sunday, 25 October.
• Inverness – Wick / Thurso will close between Helmsdale and Wick / Thurso from the start of service on Sunday, 25 October.
Before services can resume on impacted routes, Network Rail will need to carry out safety inspections to check for flooding, fallen trees, debris, and any damage caused by the storm.
In addition to the line closures, reduced speed restrictions are expected across much of the network from late Saturday night and throughout Sunday, with the potential for restrictions to remain in place on the Far North Line between Inverness and Wick / Thurso into Monday morning.
These restrictions mean trains will operate at lower speeds than normal, resulting in longer journey times, delays, and possible cancellations.
Please check their journey before travelling, allow extra time, and consider alternative arrangements where possible.
Customers are asked to make sure they have the latest version of the ScotRail app from Google Play and Apple App stores, which has been released today (Friday, 23 October), so they can check their journey on the app, website, and on ScotRail’s social media channels.
Customers holding tickets for travel on Saturday, 24 October or Sunday, 25 October may travel on any service on Saturday, 24 October. Alternatively, they may use their ticket once routes reopen following the storm, including on Monday, 26 October.
Speed restrictions are in place between Laurenckirk and Stonehaven due to the severe weather.
The following service alterations will be put in place:
• Edinburgh - Aberdeen
Services will call additionally at Laurencekirk, Portlethen and Stonehaven if they don't already do so. These services may also be delayed by up to 15 minutes.
• Queen Street - Aberdeen
Services will call additionally at Laurencekirk, Portlethen and Stonehaven if they don't already do so. These services may also be delayed by up to 15 minutes.
• Montrose - Inverurie
Services will start and terminate at Aberdeen. These services will not call at Portlethen, Stonehaven and Laurencekirk.
• Aberdeen - Montrose
Services will be withdrawn.
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🍃⚠️ As Storm Boelo approaches, the @metoffice has issued yellow and amber weather warnings for strong winds from midday tomorrow.
Widespread gusts of 60 to 70mph are expected, while coastal areas could see gusts of up to 80mph. These very strong winds will be accompanied by frequent heavy rain and showers.
YELLOW WARNING: 1200 to 2100 tomorrow (24 Oct)
AMBER WARNING: 2100 tomorrow to 2100 Sunday (25 Oct)
Please secure any trampolines, garden furniture and other loose outdoor items, and keep a close eye on our social media channels for the latest service information, as some disruption to services is expected.
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📢⚠️ Due to the heavy rains and high winds brought by Storm Austin and Boelo, speed restrictions will be in place in place on the following routes.
• Edinburgh Waverley – Carstairs route will see speed restrictions between Curriehill and Slateford from 13:00 this afternoon (Friday 23 Oct) until 08:10 tomorrow morning (Saturday 24 Oct).
• Glasgow Central to Carlisle via Kilmarnock from 1000 this morning (Friday 23 Oct) until 17:30 tonight.
• Aberdeen to Dundee route will see speed restrictions between Laurencekirk and Stonehaven from 15:00 this afternoon (Friday 23 Oct) until 08:30 tomorrow morning (Saturday 24 October).
Some services may be cancelled, make additional stops or take longer than usual.
📱 Please check your journey before travelling, allow extra time and keep an eye on our channels for the latest updates. journeycheck.com/scotrail/
More information to follow so keep a close eye on our social media channels.
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Another storm is on the way for the UK as we head into the weekend ⚠️
#StormBoelo will bring damaging winds with disruption expected, stay #WeatherAware
Latest info 👉 bit.ly/WxWarning
ℹ️📢 Before all major weather events, there's lots of work that goes on behind the scenes to make sure we're all prepared for what's coming. 👇
Our team has been checking our flood pumps beneath Glasgow Central low-level ahead of the wet, stormy weather over the next few days.
#StormAusten #StormBoelo #flood @NetworkRailGLC
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ℹ️Before getting off the train, take a few seconds to think about what you had with you and check your seat, under the table, and the overhead racks.
We get loads of lost property requests every day. Please don't leave your belongings behind.
ALT Before getting off the train, take a few seconds to think about what you had with you and check your seat, under the table, and the overhead racks.
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