POLICE Scotland have issued a travel warning after multiple reports of campervans being blown over on busy Highland roads.
Motorhome and caravan drivers have been urged not to drive as high winds sweep across Scotland due to Storm Floris.
An amber weather warning is covering the central belt to the north coast from 10am to 10pm, with the Met Office predicting wind speeds of up to 90mph.
Reports on social media say that a campervan has been seen blown onto its side at Drum na Cloich, on the A87 on Skye – and a second near to the Old Man of Storr north of Portree.
Police have further advised all motorists not to travel on the Bealach na Ba pass – a popular tourist route on the Applecross peninsula famed for its dramatic scenery.
A spokesperson for the force said: “We have received multiple reports of campervans being blown over on the A87 between Broadford and Portree due to high winds caused by Storm Floris.
“We are advising motorists not to travel on the Bealach na Ba road and anyone with campervans should remain parked in sheltered areas until the wind speed reduces.”
The A82 south of Fort William is facing disruption due to fallen trees, as is the A96 between Huntly and Inverurie in Aberdeenshire.
Speaking on Monday morning, Scottish Government minister Angela Constance said it is “imperative” that people follow advice as Storm Floris hits.
Constance told the BBC’s Good Morning Scotland news programme: “Storm Floris is well and truly with us today and it’s imperative that people follow advice because there will be significant disruption on our travel network.”
The minister added: “If you have an elderly relative or neighbour who may be a wee bit vulnerable, please be a good neighbour, be friendly, just check they’re alright.”
She said anyone who has to travel is likely to face disruption and should plan ahead, adding: “Consider this a winter journey as opposed to a summer journey.
“Please make sure you’ve got warm clothes, food, water, plenty of fuel and that your mobile phone is charged up.”
Western coastal areas are expected to bear the brunt of the storm, although strong winds and rain will lead to disruption at Edinburgh’s festivals.
On Sunday night, the Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo said it had cancelled its Monday show due to the storm. A ceilidh event on Princes Street Gardens has also been cancelled.
Network Rail said several lines will be closed from 12pm on Monday, with all other routes experiencing a reduced timetable and longer journey times.
Ferry operator CalMac has also cancelled a number of sailings on Monday.
Storm Floris is the sixth named storm of the 2024-25 naming season, which runs from early September to late August. January’s Storm Eowyn was the most recent.
