Ferry services cancelled as Scotland braces for strong winds

Summarised from 2 outlets · 3 reports · Updated 14 Oct, 11:34 · Archive

CalMac has cancelled more than a dozen ferry services as strong winds and heavy rain hit Scotland.

More than a dozen CalMac ferry services have been cancelled as strong winds and heavy rain hit Scotland on Wednesday. A Met Office yellow weather warning is in effect across parts of the Highlands and Western Isles until 19:00, with gusts of up to 70mph expected in some exposed coastal and hilly locations. The Met Office warned of a high risk of moderate impacts including disruption to rail, air and ferry transport, delays on roads and bridges—especially for high-sided vehicles—and possible short-term power cuts.

All remaining routes on CalMac's west coast ferry network have been warned to expect disruption or cancellation at short notice. The company announced that no timber or livestock will be carried on ferries due to the conditions. Barra Airport and Benbecula Airport have also closed due to the strong winds, with all flights cancelled.

Normal ferry operating hours are expected to resume on Thursday. Anyone travelling is urged to check if their service is running before heading out.

How it is being reported

• Ferries cancelled and disrupted as strong gales and rain hit ScotlandThe Met Office has warned of 70mph gusts in parts of the Highlands and Western Isles.BBC Scotland · 14 Oct, 11:14
• Full list of CalMac services cancelled as weather warning issuedMore than a dozen ferry services have been cancelled as parts of Scotland brace for strong windsThe National · 14 Oct, 08:53
• Some ferry services cancelled as CalMac issues weather alertCalMac has cancelled some ferry services to Arran today due to weather conditions and the problems could continue into tomorrow.The National · 13 Oct, 10:03

In this story: CalMac · Met Office · Scotland · Highlands · Western Isles · Barra Airport · Benbecula Airport

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