Nwicker60
04-Dec-11, 17:55
Police urge caution on roads after snow warning
ALL roads in the Northern Constabulary force area are open. The A86 remains limited to single carriageway at Laggan due to floodwater.
Due to the prevailing wintry conditions a number of mainland routes are affected by snow and ice.
Further snow and low temperatures are forecast overnight. If travelling, drivers are advised to ensure that both they and their vehicle are suitably equipped and prepared for changeable wintry weather, to exercise caution and drive according to the prevailing weather and road conditions.
Up to date information on the condition of roads throughout the Highlands and the rest of Scotland can be obtained from -
1.Traffic Scotland Helpline:- 0800 028 1414
2.Traffic Scotland Website:- www.trafficscotland.org (http://www.trafficscotland.org) or
3. from local radio broadcasts (which are regularly updated by Police)
Up to date weather information can be obtained at the Met office website:- www.metoffice.gov.uk (http://www.metoffice.gov.uk)
ALL roads in the Northern Constabulary force area are open. The A86 remains limited to single carriageway at Laggan due to floodwater.
Due to the prevailing wintry conditions a number of mainland routes are affected by snow and ice.
Further snow and low temperatures are forecast overnight. If travelling, drivers are advised to ensure that both they and their vehicle are suitably equipped and prepared for changeable wintry weather, to exercise caution and drive according to the prevailing weather and road conditions.
Up to date information on the condition of roads throughout the Highlands and the rest of Scotland can be obtained from -
1.Traffic Scotland Helpline:- 0800 028 1414
2.Traffic Scotland Website:- www.trafficscotland.org (http://www.trafficscotland.org) or
3. from local radio broadcasts (which are regularly updated by Police)
Up to date weather information can be obtained at the Met office website:- www.metoffice.gov.uk (http://www.metoffice.gov.uk)