Trains and ferries in the West Coast are facing delays and cancellations amidst stormy weather.
Heavy rain and strong winds continue to hit the area on Saturday and are expected to carry on throughout the weekend.
This is affecting roads and public transport services, with anyone heading out advised to plan ahead and expect delays.
Traffic controls were put in place on the Rest and Be Thankful on Friday and are likely to remain in place today.
Conditions on the landslip-prone road will be continually monitored, with convoys and control systems being put in place when needed to keep drivers safe.
Train delays
Network Rail has imposed speed restrictions on services travelling on the West Highland Line on Saturday morning.
The restriction has been put in place between Falls of Cruchan and Taynuilt due to “severe weather” and will impact services between Glasgow and Oban.
A speed restriction has been implemented due to severe weather between Falls of Cruchan and Taynuilt.
* Services between Queen St and Oban will be subject to delays. pic.twitter.com/VmhnsM7dxd— ScotRail (@ScotRail) October 15, 2022
It is hoped services will be able to return to normal by 2pm this afternoon.
Ferry cancellations
CalMac has warned a number of its services are subject to delays and cancellations due to strong winds.
The following routes are currently affected:
- Oban – Colonsay
- Claonaig – Lochranza
- Mallaig – Armadale
- Ardhmor – Eriskay
- Fionnphort – Iona
- Ardrossan – Brodick
- Mallaig – Small Isles
- Kennacraig – Islay
- Oban – Colonsay
⚠️YELLOW #Fionnphort #Iona 15Oct Due to forecast adverse weather of South / Southwest winds and swell conditions, service will be liable to disruption or cancellation.
Sailings from midday are highly likely to be disrupted or cancelled at short notice.— CalMac Service Info (@CalMac_Updates) October 15, 2022
Passengers can find the most up to date travel information on CalMac’s website.
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