The Met Office has issued an amber weather warning for wind covering the Scottish Borders from Saturday evening through to Sunday evening. Gusts up to 80mph are possible in some areas, particularly exposed coastal areas and high ground, with wind speeds of 60-70mph likely across the area between 9pm on Saturday and 9pm on Sunday. Periods of heavy rain and frequent showers are also expected.
A yellow rain warning is also in effect today across the majority of the region. Storm Boelo is expected to bring rain of up to 40mm widely, with up to 80mm in some locations, which may lead to a risk of flooding and travel disruption.
Residents and businesses are urged to be prepared for the weather and its potential impacts, which include travel disruption, power cuts, tree damage, flying debris, and property damage. Due to saturated ground, there may also be a risk of flooding.
A multi-agency Incident Response Group will operate from the Emergency Control Centre throughout the amber warning period to co-ordinate the response and any recovery efforts. It may not be possible to safely clear fallen trees during periods of high winds or in the dark.
Updates and advice will be communicated through the Scottish Borders Council website, the SB Alert emergency messaging system, and social media channels. Residents are encouraged to sign up for the free SB Alert system for further updates.
