Stevenston schools and services hit as gales batter Scotland
8 December
Stevenston schools have been closed with pupils having a day at home as facilities close their doors, and transport is badly affected, as gale force winds his across Scotland.
All schools in Stevenston, and across North Ayrshire, are closed today - Thursday 8th December as a precaution after the Scottish Government issued a 'red alert' weather warning late on Wednesday night. The area is now, along with the rest of central Scotland, being battered by gale-force winds.
Schools are expected to re-open on Friday, weather permitting. You can see more details of the disruption here on the North Ayrshire website.
The red warning advises that there are likely to be strong winds of 75-80 miles per hour with gusts of up to 90mph.
Strathclyde Police advise that conditions for travel between 12noon and 3pm are likely to be poor and you should expect significant delays. The weather could result in all main road bridges being closed and there may be disruption to power supplies. They are also preparing for blown over trees and vehicles.
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