Edinburgh drivers warned by Traffic Scotland that ice and rain is causing chaos on the roads this morning.
The weather warning was issued after low temperatures overnight caused ice on the roads, and surface water is also lying in places, leading to treacherous conditions.
The warning for ice came earlier in the morning but Transport Scotland released the added warning on surface water just before 9am.
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A spokesperson said: “Drivers in Edinburgh are advised to use caution due to surface water affecting driving conditions.”
They continued: “Lothian & Borders and South-West Scotland, Road users are advised to drive with care due to low temperatures and the risk of ice currently affecting driving conditions on many roads throughout the region.”
The warning for surface water in Edinburgh were followed up with identical messages for drivers in East Lothian, West Lothian and Midlothian.
Transport Scotland urge caution when driving in dangerous conditions.
A Transport Scotland spokesperson said: “There are lots of simple things you can do to make your journey safer and less stressful during severe weather, such as checking your route for delays before you set out, taking an alternative route if you need to, taking an emergency kit and adapting your driving style to the conditions.
“When freezing temperatures are forecast, you’ll see our winter fleet out and about treating the roads with salt. Despite the high level of service provided, sudden weather changes occur and motorists should be aware that access to the road network may not always be possible.”
