Beast from the East weather
Angus Council: CLOSURES CONFIRMED. Full info here
Dundee City Council: SCHOOLS TO OPEN. Updates here
Fife Council: ALL SCHOOLS CLOSED. More updates here
Perth & Kinross Council: CLOSURES CONFIRMED Updates here
28/02/18 Reverse order Timestamp format
Transport Minister Humzah Yousaf told BBC Radio Scotland:
“There is a possibility that the amber warning could be in some areas upgraded to a red. That is a warning for snow that we have never seen since the modern system has come into place in Scotland, that’s what the Met Office tell me.
“We are right on the cusp, we are at the strongest possible amber warning, and right on the cusp of potentially becoming a red. That means a high likelihood of a high impact so that could be not just treacherous but frankly dangerous if you travel.”
The Courier
Forecasters said the entire east coast, central belt and as far west as Greenock will be hit – while the worst affected areas could see up to 40cm of snow and a wind chill of minus 10C.
Police Scotland has urged motorists in affected areas not to travel by road, however other transport services are likely to be impacted.
A red weather warning means a high potential of “widespread damage”, travel and power disruption and risk to life. Met Office advice for such alerts is to “avoid dangerous areas and follow the advice of the emergency services and local authorities”.
Giving a forecast for Wednesday and Thursday north of the border, Met Office meteorologist Aidan McGivern said:
“With the snow coming increasingly aligned into bands accompanied by strong winds there is the risk of blizzards and the risk of really significant snow accumulations building up – 5cm to 10cm widely (in the amber area) with 15cm to 25cm locally and the potential for the hills to see 40cm of snowfall building up by the end of Thursday.
“Maximum temperatures on Wednesday will be barely above freezing and adding in that keen easterly wind it will feel more like minus 10C.”
The Courier
- Little #GritsNPieces out treating one of our stretches of the #M74 this morning🎙Check @trafficscotland for updates @GBXANTHEMS @CasCasG @1025Clyde1 pic.twitter.com/NllWo6voHp
- Please check @trafficscotland for updates as ⚠️#AMBER WARNING⚠️ for ❄️#SNOW & ICE❄️ Come into force overnight. We have #gritters out through the night as part of the 41 #winter vehicles getting ready to tackle #beastfromtheeast @transcotland pic.twitter.com/YJBAYQVTNO
- 4am: The start of a long day, I suspect. LET'S DO THIS! https://www.thecourier.co.uk/fp/news/local/perth-kinross/608796/live-updates-hundreds-schools-closed-scotland-hit-beast-east-snow/ … #BeastFromTheEast pic.twitter.com/W1Puu3UAly
- Always tell someone your route & ETA if travelling in icy conditions #PlanAhead #StaySafe #JustInCase
- X26 Service from Leven to Glasgow will not serve Markinch until further notice due to adverse weather.
- The 7 and 7A will not serve Loughborough Road or WIndmill Road until further notice due to the adverse weather conditions. Apologies for any inconvenience
- The Fife service 108 today will Start at Brodick Road Shops due to Road Conditions resulting in the service missing out all Stops from Abbotshall Road To Brodick Road. Apologies for any inconvenience.
- The Fife service 95 will be missing out Lower Largo Until further notice due to the adverse weather conditions. Apologies for any inconvenience
- A yellow severe weather warning for #snow has been updated: http://bit.ly/WxWarning . Stay #weatheraware @metofficeuk pic.twitter.com/GQuPxM0ilm
- Due to Forth Road Bridge closure all express and 747 Services will use Queensferry Crossing until further notice, Services will be unable to serve both South side bus stops, Sorry for Inconvenience caused.
- 📢 Good morning - Buses have been deployed for service today. Please be patient & prepared for delays, as drivers must limit speed to ensure safety. We'll keep posting if anything changes. A decision should be heard from @DundeeCouncil about status of schools between 6am/7am. pic.twitter.com/1JXmHQdwJo
- ⚠ Take care when you’re in our stations, and when getting on & off trains. Surfaces may be slippy due to the cold weather. Let us know if you spot any problems! pic.twitter.com/w0FPZv7N1S
- Fife schools closed and workers told to stay home if possible http://dlvr.it/QJ5FGB pic.twitter.com/NHo1VQAoE7
- ALL COLLEGE CAMPUSES WILL BE CLOSED to staff and students on Wed 28 Feb due to weather conditions. Situation for Thur 1 March will be reviewed and any updates issued via social media channels and website. @eastfifemail @GlenrothesGaz @courier_fife @FifeCouncil @StAndrewsCit
- Service 41 & 41B will only service as far as Bonnybank, due to adverse road conditions the service will not travel beyond Bonnybank for Cupar. Apologies
- Service X26 will omit Markinch until further notice due to adverse road conditions. Apologies
- Good morning. ^CT & ^CG signing in! Latest info on #BeastFromTheEast at http://ScotRail.co.uk/Snow . Do consider advice from @transcotland & decide whether your journey is necessary. A @MetOffice AMBER warning is in place. ⚠️
- Service 32 omitting Sauchie Street, Dundonald and Corrie centre at the moment due to adverse weather
- High winds combined with drifting snow is making visibility poor on the bridge so please drive to the conditions and keep you speed down. If you must travel please take extra care this morning (06:00 28/02/2018)
- Please check in as normal this mornings flight LM621 to @STN_Airport. Our team are in clearing snow early and we hope to get the aircraft away on scheduled time this morning.
- NEW: We’re dealing with a points failure at #Dundee. Engineers are on their way, expected around 0630. This affects Dundee – Aberdeen, Edinburgh and Glasgow. These services will be delayed or revised. ^CT pic.twitter.com/Ypc3SwK9pL
- 11's will not serve Ellon Road in Kirkcaldy until further notice.
- Due to the severe weather & in the interests of safety, all Perth College UHI sites will be closed today (Wed 27 Feb). Stay safe everyone.
- First look outside suggests there's no more snow than late last night -but roads are poor and the cold is PERISHING! #BeastFromTheEast #Fife pic.twitter.com/iAsQHVWzgE
- We are assessing the latest road conditions in Dundee and will make a decision on any school closures at 7am. Bus services are currently operating. Please stay tuned to our social media and website for updates.
- Due to slippery conditions on FORTHILL ROAD, services 5 | 9/10 are diverted via Ballinard Road both ways. The whole of the Barnhill loop (Balgillo Road, Strathmore Street & Nursery Road) will still be served - but Queen Street and Claypotts Road will not.
- Due to slippery conditions on OLD GLAMIS ROAD, services 18 | 9/10 are now diverted in both directions. Service 18 via Gillburn Road to ASDA (not serving Balgowan Avenue or Old Glamis). 9/10 via Balgowan Avenue and ASDA (not serving Gillburn Road or Old Glamis)
- Our depots will continue to post service updates as they happen but you can also check http://stge.co/lLky50gFbjP for a summary of any diversions / delays throughout the day
- Beast from the East: Points failure at Dundee adds to misery on Scotland's railways… https://www.thecourier.co.uk/fp/news/local/dundee/608808/beast-east-points-failure-dundee-adds-misery-scotlands-railways/?utm_source=twitter … via @thecourieruk
- Our Integrated Control team are keeping a close eye on the #BeastFromTheEast 👀 - they're coordinating teams across Scotland to keep the railway running. Latest live info 👉 http://www.JourneyCheck.com/ScotRail . pic.twitter.com/2UNVp9HtNh
- Due to the severe weather & in the interests of safety, all Perth College UHI sites will be closed today (Wed 28 Feb). Stay safe everyone.
- Due to adverse weather and road conditions, Service 95 has been withdrawn until further notice. Apologies
- WEATHER UPDATES: Dundee City Council to make school closures decision at 7am… https://www.thecourier.co.uk/fp/news/local/dundee/608794/weather-updates-dundee-city-council-make-school-closures-decision-7am/?utm_source=twitter … via @thecourieruk
- NEW: Due to heavy snow causing problems with the signalling system near #Motherwell, the following routes are being disrupted. Dalmuir-Larkhall/Whifflet Glasgow Central – Motherwell Larkhall – Milngavie Milngavie – Motherwell Motherwell – Dalmuir. pic.twitter.com/77HWLLQqbH
- 77b service will not be servicing crosshill terrace, due to the snow sorry for any inconvenience
- Birkhill Primary School closed all day. More details at https://www.angus.gov.uk/school-closures
- We're receiving lots of tweets this morning. If you're looking for specific journey info, please use our mobile app or http://JourneyCheck.com/ScotRail . We're responding to as many as we can but it may be quicker for you to check via these options. ^CT
- ❄❄SNOW❄❄ White-Out conditions now on the #A92 at Sandford #beastfromtheeast pic.twitter.com/0NK4yeNQDa
- Where not mentioned on our service update here> http://stge.co/b4RS30iF2ZZ services will be running but please expect delays due to road conditions, depots will continue to post specific updates on our feed too.
- Due to weather conditions all 7 services will not serve Windmill Road until further notice, Services will divert Via St Clair street and Dysart road. Apologies.
- Due to the weather conditions the 06:50 from Cowdenbeath fountain at 06:50 will not operate. Apologies.
- Due to adverse weather and road conditions, Service X58/X60 and 97 from St. Andrews for Leven and Leven for St. Andrews have been withdrawn until further notice. Apologies
- Due to the weather conditions all services that operate in Kelty will not serve the avenue and will only serve the main roads. Apologies.
- Abertay University @AbertayUni says it will be open today but urges all students and staff to take note of travel warnings.
- Want to check if your child's school is open? Here's how we share the information. You can always find the latest position at http://www.pkc.gov.uk/schoolclosures pic.twitter.com/gMYw8Gkjwd
- The University is open as usual this morning. However all staff and students should take note of travel advice from @policescotland with an Amber weather warning currently in place. @thecourieruk @RadioTayNews @Evening_Tele @wave102 https://twitter.com/policescotland/status/968575252308594690 …
- ⚠️ An amber weather warning is in place and we urge you not to travel on the roads. Please visit @policescotland for full update. ⚠️ pic.twitter.com/NEXAKlyvcE
Looks like they are hoping to open today at Grove Academy. Confirmation either way for this and other Dundee schools expected at 7am.
The Courier
- Transport Minister @HumzaYousaf urges people to avoid travel in areas affected by the #amber snow warning: http://socsi.in/HMC7I #BeAware
- Is my school bus running? Follow @PKCBUSES or see http://ow.ly/o7uf30iE9gr for news of any disruptions. pic.twitter.com/CI6qEYLfp2
- Isla Primary School closed all day. More details at https://www.angus.gov.uk/school-closures
- Service 9 / 9A will not service Myreside Avenue until further notice. Apologies
- Morning everyone, we're here until 7pm to answer your queries. Travel safely today, and don't forget to watch our feed for service updates, here's a summary of any routes affected by road/weather conditions at the moment> http://stge.co/PCUG30iF3cB
- Service 43 / 44 / 44B will terminate at Glenrothes Bus Station, Service to Whitehill will not operate. Apologies
- Service 7 is unable to service Lower methil due to cars stuck on Swan Brae, service will divert via Wellesley Road until further notice. Apologies
- Please listen to the latest weather forecasts, plan your journey accordingly and consider your journey home if weather worsens. Visit @trafficscotland or the Traffic Scotland website, check with your transport operator, and take the latest police advice before setting off.
- There are yellow and amber weather warnings for snow across much of Scotland today with frequent showers expected throughout the day @Policescotland have advised against travelling in areas affected by an amber warning.
- Due to the weather conditions all services that operates via Townhill road will divert via Bellyoeman road. Apologies.
- Network Rail will work night & day to keep trains moving during inclement weather forecast In the coming days We will: ❄️ Deploy a £1m winter train to defrost points. ❄️ Use wire sweeper on electrified http://routes.to keep lines clear of icicles pic.twitter.com/DU9Jfa6tih
- Aberlemno Primary School closed all day. More details at https://www.angus.gov.uk/school-closures
- Hard work going in from our Infrastructure, Engineering, Traincrew and Station colleagues to keep Scotland moving. Thanks to all the teams out & about, your hard work is appreciated! #BeastFromTheEast pic.twitter.com/bmq7o2mtlI
- Milnathort Primary and Nursery is closed today due to adverse weather and associated driving conditions https://twitter.com/perthandkinross/status/968740062778331136 …
- Strathmartine Primary School closed all day. More details at https://www.angus.gov.uk/school-closures
- Do consider advice from @transcotland & decide whether your journey is necessary. A @MetOffice AMBER warning is in place. If you do venture out, get latest information and updates at http://ScotRail.co.uk/Snow . pic.twitter.com/UTypjsNJCD
- Angus Council school closures page has temporarily crashed under demand. We have the info here: https://www.thecourier.co.uk/fp/news/local/perth-kinross/608796/live-updates-hundreds-schools-closed-scotland-hit-beast-east-snow/ … pic.twitter.com/TRp6Zc8tyO
- The 06:50 19 from Cowdenbeath to Rosyth will now pick up the service at 07:17 at Dunfermline bus station.
A reminder of the picture in Angus as of 7.10am.
The Courier
- School services have been cancelled today. Buses have been deployed for service on our mainstream network. Please be patient and prepared for delays, as drivers must limit speed to ensure safety. Live updates here: http://nxbus.co.uk/dundee/news/beat-the-beast-from-the-east … pic.twitter.com/JTpytaHqXi
- All snow routes have been treated overnight and we are continuing treatment on primary routes and monitoring conditions. Take care and be safe. http://bit.ly/1NA9PwK #fifegritting
- Good morning. Heavy snow showers, mainly in the north and east, where frequent and disruptive. Sunny spells elsewhere, but sub-zero temperatures for many and feeling bitterly cold in brisk winds. ^Dan pic.twitter.com/vzxkzsfyuF
- Top of Old Glamis Road SHUT as a bus is stuck there.
- Widespread snowfall forecast throughout many parts of Scotland. Travel disruption is expected. Plan you're journeys carefully and check before travelling. @ScotRail @Virgin_TrainsEC @VirginTrains @TPExpressTrains @CrossCountryUK @CalSleeper @transcotland pic.twitter.com/maiRRqeXiQ
- Eassie Primary School closed all day. More details at https://www.angus.gov.uk/school-closures
- @DundeeCouncil waiting on the council making a decision... @thecourieruk schools open or closed... pic.twitter.com/LwdjgdKyYe
- Renfrewshire the latest council to confirm complete school closures. Dundee said it would decide by 7am... https://twitter.com/RenCouncilNews/status/968746882133626880 …
- Letham Primary School closed all day. More details at https://www.angus.gov.uk/school-closures
- School services have been REINSTATED. They will, however, be diverted to main roads only to ensure safety. This is to complement Dundee City Council's decision to open schools today. Apologies for any confusion. pic.twitter.com/Dl8STt44uD
- All Dundee schools will be OPEN as usual today. The decision has been taken after careful consideration of the weather and road conditions. We will continue to monitor weather conditions throughout the day. Please follow our social media channels and website for latest updates.
- Perth Service 15A leaving Crieff at 06:40 for Stirling will not run due to the weather conditions in the Stirling area. All 15A services will be suspended until road conditions improve. Sorry for any inconvenience caused by this.
- Milnathort Primary school is closed today.
- WEATHER UPDATES: Dundee City Council schools to OPEN… https://www.thecourier.co.uk/fp/news/local/dundee/608794/weather-updates-dundee-city-council-schools-open/?utm_source=twitter … via @thecourieruk
- Breadalbane Academy & Primary Schools are closed to pupils today. However, the Community Campus is open to staff and the public.
- Tealing Primary School closed all day. More details at https://www.angus.gov.uk/school-closures
- ⚠️ If you're looking to check your journey before you leave the house, please use http://JourneyCheck.com/ScotRail to do this. It's got the latest live info about train services. #BeastFromTheEast. ^CT
- Buses are operating across the city, including school services for @stpaulsdundee and @harrisacdundee For further info please follow @XploreDundeeBus
- Service 7 & 7A will revert back to servicing Windmill Road both directions.
- Portmoak Primary school is closed today.
- Cliesh Primary School is closed today.
- ℹ️ We're dealing with disruption caused by the snowfall and it's affecting several routes. Engineers are working hard to get things moving again. Thanks for your patience this morning! http://JourneyCheck.com/ScotRail ^CT
- Delays expected to services 77/77A/77B due to road works at Wormit from today for two weeks. Info > http://stge.co/eJ6430ivf6E
- Kinross Primary School is closed today.
- Aberuthven Primary School is closed today. Aberuthven Primary School is closed today.
- All Glasgow schools and nurseries will close. Dundee's stay open. REPEAT: Dundee's stay open. https://www.thecourier.co.uk/fp/news/local/perth-kinross/608796/live-updates-hundreds-schools-closed-scotland-hit-beast-east-snow/ …
- Crieff Primary School is closed today.
- Perth Service 15A leaving Stirling Bus Station at 07:39 will not run due to the weather conditions. Will update as soon as the services start running again.
- Significant disruption already in parts of the east as further #snow moves in. Here's a round up of things so far and what to expect through the day #UKSnow #BeastFromTheEast https://twitter.com/i/moments/968747921159131137 …
- Good morning! Take care if you're heading out. Things will only get worse today. Follow @STVNews @trafficscotland @policescotland @metoffice @ScotRail & airports for all the latest details. Stay safe out there. pic.twitter.com/pQrMBefGDE
- Blairgowrie High School is closed to S1-S3 pupils but open to S4-S6 for study.
- Pitcairn Primary School is closed.
- The A93 is closed between the snow gates at Spittal ,of Glenshee and Braemar due to drifting snow.
- Multiple school closures in @PerthandKinross and well notified on Twitter. The council website? Not so good. pic.twitter.com/mwGoeYKLn9
- PLEASE NOTE AMENDMENT - Crieff Primary School is open to pupils who can make it to school on foot. Thank you.
- Abernight Primary will be closed today.
- The Beast from the East is in our midst. As the unfolding weather situation develops we will issue any updates at http://on.nhsfife.org/2FARzFj and our Facebook/Twitter channels. Also keep an eye on @fifepolice, @FifeCouncil and @trafficscotland for updates. Stay safe. pic.twitter.com/1LThXSJOlI
- Newtyle Primary School closed all day. More details at https://www.angus.gov.uk/school-closures
- Blairgowrie Community Campus will be closed today.
- Due to the weather the service 5/5A are suffering lengthy delays. Apologies.
- ⚠️Given the current weather conditions, we are advising customers not to travel in the Strathclyde area of the country at the moment. ⚠️ @transcotland @trafficscotland @policescotland
Fife Council's chief executive has explained why it has closed all its schools.
Steve Grimmond said:
“The Met Office is telling us we are facing some extremely challenging conditions over the next few days. We must follow the national advice and the safety instructions issued by Police Scotland. It’s never an easy decision to close schools or any council facility, and this hasn’t been done lightly. We hope parents and other residents will understand and bear with us as we try and keep as many critical services running as possible.
“Keeping our roads as clear as possible is also vital for our emergency services so they can reach people who need them quickly. In spite of all efforts made to clear snow and grit it seems inevitable that driving conditions will be dangerous. Please put your safety, and the safety of others, first.”
The Courier
- Please don't call us for: School Closures - @GlasgowCC Public Transport updates - @ScotRail @FirstinGlasgow Road Closures - @trafficscotland Weather Updates - @metoffice @polscotcontrol are experience a high volume of calls - don't get in the way of a priority call pic.twitter.com/fn4wpXY1bT
- All D&A College campuses will be closed today. Further updates will be posted here later. pic.twitter.com/JSXQhnFb46
Perth and Kinross closures updated at 7.47am:
Aberuthven Primary School
Arngask Primary School
Blackford Primary School
Blairgowrie High School (open to s4 s5 and s6 only)
Blairingone Primary School
Breadalbane (Nursery, Primary and Secondary all closed)
Cleish Primary School
Crieff Primary School
Crieff High School (local pupils only)
Dunning Primary School
Fairview School
Forgandenny Primary School
Fossoway Primary School
Kinross Primary School
Kinross High School
Logiealmond Primary School
Madderty Primary School
Milnathort Primary School
Murthly Primary School
Muthill Primary School
Newhill Primary School
Pitcairn Primary School
Portmoak Primary School
Rattray Primary School
Royal School Of Dunkeld
Ruthvenfield Primary School
Stanley Primary School
St Dominic's Primary School
St Stephen's Primary School
The Courier
- Full list of PKC school closures online now. Lots. http://www.pkc.gov.uk/schoolclosures
- ℹ️Only services confirmed as running will show on stations screens on routes running via Glasgow Queen St or Glasgow Central Low Level. ^CT
- School services are running this morning, but are diverted to main roads only. Full details of diversions are available here: http://nxbus.co.uk/dundee/news/beat-the-beast-from-the-east … pic.twitter.com/BnewYF7vnL
- Latest Angus school closures. pic.twitter.com/SI7HOkzPpY
- Inverarity Primary School closed all day. More details at https://www.angus.gov.uk/school-closures
- All D&A College campuses will be closed today. Further updates will be posted here later. pic.twitter.com/JSXQhnFb46
- Our website is experience intermittent server issues due to volume of traffic. Apologies for the inconvenience. Please continue to follow us on Twitter where we will be tweeting information about any school closures.
- Please note that Kinross Primary will be closed today. https://twitter.com/perthandkinross/status/968740062778331136 …
- Tannadice Primary School closed all day. More details at https://www.angus.gov.uk/school-closures
- Contrary to media report Rattray Primary School is closed today.
- all arbroath services are subject to delays due to heavy snowfall over the area.
- Due to weather conditions Service 5 will omit Sky and Sheilds Road until further notice.
- Here’s a sneak peek at your #3wordweather map – keep sending your 3 words in and don’t forget the hashtag and your nearest town! http://3wordweather.informaticslab.co.uk/ pic.twitter.com/M0hrxyU8Ma
- Fair play: Angus and lots of other authorities doing a great job with their Twitter updates this morning. https://twitter.com/AngusCouncil/status/968756046150995968 …
- Auchtergaven Primary School is closed today.
- Due to the severity of the weather conditions at #GlasgowCentral, all ScotRail services to and from the station will be subject to delay or will be suspended. ^CT #BeastFromTheEast pic.twitter.com/mC77tfjYXJ
- Airlie Primary School closed all day. More details at https://www.angus.gov.uk/school-closures
- Wheres the Forth Road Bridge ? This was the view a wee while ago..... pic.twitter.com/ME8TnNW8Qb
- D & J Taxis, Perth have advised that they are not operating any school transport taxis and minibuses today due to weather conditions
- Monikie Primary School closed all day. More details at https://www.angus.gov.uk/school-closures
- the 08:25 99A from St Andrews to Dundee is not operating due to earlier delays with the bus. The 09:20 99B from Dundee to St Andrews will also be missed as a result. Apologies for the inconvenience.
- Some of the council sites crashing under demand. Here's our latest summary as of 8am-ish. https://www.thecourier.co.uk/fp/news/local/perth-kinross/608836/weather-updates-school-closures-far-tayside-fife/?utm_source=twitter … via @thecourieruk
- Newbigging Primary School closed all day. More details at https://www.angus.gov.uk/school-closures
- A reminder from Montreal, Canada, that things could be worse! (Photo: Getty Images) pic.twitter.com/gKP5PujsOj
- For the latest information on school closures visit http://www.pkc.gov.uk/schoolclosures for school transport follow @PKCBUSES or visit http://www.pkc.gov.uk/article/14981/Service-disruptions-Education-and-Community-Care-transport … pic.twitter.com/lqz5IkHNL6
- Spend your old-style £5 & £10 notes on board before they're removed from circulation. *The Bank of England paper £5 was withdrawn on 5 May 2017 pic.twitter.com/DQuAss7lrg
- Cròileagan Obair Pheallaidh(Aberfeldy Gaelic Playgroup) will be closed today due to snow @PerthandKinross @BreadalbaneAcad
- Pavements on the Perth Road being plowed. #beastfromtheast #mrplow #Dundee pic.twitter.com/3bLoe2NIVl
- If I can make it to the top of Strawberrybank I can probably do anything. #dundee #beastfromtheeast pic.twitter.com/69nHyI9dhU
- ⚠️ Due to the current road conditions, we do not have ticket acceptance in place with bus operators. A reminder that we are advising customers not to travel in the Strathclyde area due to the current snowfall. http://JourneyCheck.com/ScotRail
- Service 7 will revert back to using Swan Brae, Methil
- The 0820 X55 Dunfermline to Edinburgh delayed by technical issue, service to resume asap.
- We are very busy answering your calls at the moment, but please find a list of weather affected services here > http://stge.co/YVzj30iF6ZA
- Perth Service Update. All Perth Services around the City centre are running but are subject to delays. Service 15A is not running between Crieff and Stirling due to the weather conditions. will keep everybody updated.
- Royal Mail lorry in the ditch at Peterden Southbound A90, traffic down to one lane but moving @trafficscotland @tayfm pic.twitter.com/lodPebgjpB
- ℹ️ Make sure to check out @ReadyScotland’s tips for dealing with this current cold spell. #BeastFromTheEast
- Two lorry crash on the A90 between Forfar and Dundee at Happas. One Lane open but long tailbacks. Traffics moving slowly. @STVNews pic.twitter.com/Vb3fkXTCPv
- Service X60 will resume normal service from Leven for St. Andrews
- @C_RRooney @thecourieruk not looking too beastly yet here in St Andrews. I guess schools are closed as forecast is to get much worse... pic.twitter.com/viegxt89Rm
- 0820 Dunfermline to Edinburgh X55 running 21 minutes late
- Inchture Primary School is closed.
- Carmyllie Primary School closed all day. More details at https://www.angus.gov.uk/school-closures
- Arbirlot Primary School closed all day. More details at https://www.angus.gov.uk/school-closures
- NEW: Due to the severe weather, our Glasgow Queen St – Edinburgh via Falkirk services will be running half hourly. ^CT pic.twitter.com/q98AUt4hSR
- Perth Service X8 leaving Arbroath is currently delayed by 20 minutes due to the Road conditions. Sorry for any delay caused.
- Errol Primary School has now closed.
- #WeatherUpdate - Thanks to our colleagues @trafficscotland, we can bring you some #LIVE images from several main #Fife roads. 🛣️❄️🌨️☃️ pic.twitter.com/JtPRbCpFGy
- For the latest information on school closures visit http://www.pkc.gov.uk/schoolclosures for school transport follow @PKCBUSES or visit http://www.pkc.gov.uk/article/14981/Service-disruptions-Education-and-Community-Care-transport … pic.twitter.com/O16DMhplzC
- due to a jackknifed lorry on the A90 it is down to one lane which is causing service delays to 20/21 service
- Mattocks Primary School closed all day. More details at https://www.angus.gov.uk/school-closures
- Murroes Primary School closed all day. More details at https://www.angus.gov.uk/school-closures
- Do consider advice from @transcotland & decide whether your journey is necessary. A @MetOffice AMBER warning is in place. If you do venture out, get latest information and updates at http://ScotRail.co.uk/Snow . pic.twitter.com/UTypjsNJCD
- Perth Service number 2 at 08:36 will not run due to the poor weather conditions. Sorry for any inconvenience caused by this.
- Perth Service 15A leaving Crieff at 08:42 for Stirling will run but will be subject to delays.
- The 08:37 64 from Dunshalt to Glenrothes is not operating due to a vehicle fault. Apologies for the delay.
- It will be extremely cold today, with air temperatures staying below freezing for many. However, the brisk easterly wind will make it feel more like minus 10 °C ❄️🧣🧤 pic.twitter.com/afErMuPwgH
- Fife Service B1 will not operate due to adverse weather and road conditions. Apologies
- Kirkcaldy town Service 11 will operate Kirkcaldy Bus Station Ferrard Road, Forth Ave, Bennochy Road, Forth Park Drive, Dunearn Drive, Fair Isle Road, Birnam Road. Then to the retail park. Same on return Journey.
- 📢 Services across our network are running. ✅ Unless stated otherwise, assume bus is running regular route. ✅ Be patient & prepared for delays. Drivers must limit speed to ensure safety. ✅ Keep an eye on this page or click on the link for live updates http://nxbus.co.uk/dundee/news/beat-the-beast-from-the-east … pic.twitter.com/kUb5YISiYT
- Just watched a guy make a snowball, put it in the statues hand and casually saunter off. #beastfromtheeast #dundee pic.twitter.com/Uxz0cFIl5M
- The 09:10 42 from Dundee to St Andrews is not operating due to a vehicle fault. Apologies for the delay.
- I see David Davis has arrived for more Brexit talks pic.twitter.com/BxqmbfRdNs
- Kirkcaldy town Service 12 will operate Kirkcaldy Bus Station, Ferrard Road, Bennochy Road, Hendry Road to Valley Roundabout, Valley Gardens, Fair Isle Road, Birnam Road. Same on return.
- Waiting to see who takes a snow day like... pic.twitter.com/nv58RStj6G
- Service 7 and X60 will not serve Lower Methil and Swan Brae due to road conditions, service will divert via Wellesley Road. Apologies
- Useful accounts to follow if you're travelling on train during the current bad weather. #BeastFromTheEast @NetworkRailScot @Transcotland @trafficscotland @CalSleeper @VirginTrains @Virgin_TrainsEC @CrossCountryUK @TPExpressTrains @BTPScotland pic.twitter.com/NkE6N7SIiZ
- * NEW * NON-TRUNK The #A93 is closed at the snowgates betweetn Spittal of Glenshee and Braemar @Aberdeenshire @PerthandKinross pic.twitter.com/Gi510vK0on
- Here's our advice in regards to the #beastfromtheeast arriving today Do you need to travel ? Can you wait or take alternative transport ? pic.twitter.com/jb9snB1OuE
- Holiday Activities with Leisure & Culture Dundee, 2-13 April 2018. Looking for something to entertain the children and keep them active over the school holidays? Why not have a look at Leisure & Culture Dundee’s holiday activity camps? Full listings at https://www.dundeecity.gov.uk/events/category/223 … pic.twitter.com/zlPvIcxNKr
- Want an easier way to travel? Plan your journey on the StagecoachBus app! http://stge.co/JaKz30hi0x3
- @MikeSRigby @VFritzNews Points heaters work well in winter but can become overwhelmed by extreme conditions of the kind we are seeing today.
- Due to weather conditions the 08:00 X27 from Dunfermline to Kirkcaldy did not run the return journey at 09:05 to Dunfermline bus station will also not run. Service will pick up at 09:46 at Dunfermline bus station. Apologies.
- VIDEO: This is why two little dogs are all you need to beat the Beast from the East… https://www.thecourier.co.uk/fp/news/local/dundee/608896/video-two-little-dogs-need-beat-beast-east/?utm_source=twitter … via @thecourieruk
- The 09:26 42B from St Michaels to Dundee is delayed indefinitely due to a vehicle fault. Apologies for the inconvenience.
- * NEW * The #M90 southbound at J6 is restricted due to a road traffic incident #takecare @NETrunkRoads
- An amber warning for snow remains in effect in and around Dundee. We will keep posting service updates for passengers. https://www.metoffice.gov.uk/public/weather/warnings#?region=ta&date=2018-02-28®ionType=area …
- Today's Dr Bike event scheduled for City Square is CANCELLED due to the weather. There's another one planned for late March though! pic.twitter.com/12WwIeJhML
- ⚠️ Given the current weather conditions, we are advising customers not to travel in the Strathclyde area of the country at the moment. ⚠️ @policescotland @transcotland @trafficscotland
- Sense prevails as @dundeefconline match at Celtic is called off nice and early. Heartening to see that road conditions were factor in decision
- Fife Council also saying this morning that they anticipate significant disruption to waste collection services. "We cannot predict the impact on bin collections but if your bin isn’t full and doesn’t need to be emptied please leave it until your next scheduled collection."
- Due to the weather conditions the service 6 can't serve Charlestown heading to Crombie. Apologies.
- Services 9/10 | 18 have resumed normal routes in and around Kirkton, as Old Glamis Road has been deemed passable.
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- 77's from Dundee to Gauldry are delayed by approx 15 minutes due to road conditions. 42's between Dundee and Tayport are also affected. Apologies for the inconvenience.
- Roads- B9128 Draffin to Crombie road closed due to drifting snow. Snow plough en route. B961 in Cononsyth area passable with care due to snow drift. If you must drive today, then please #DriveSafe For information about national road conditions go to http://trafficscotland.org pic.twitter.com/137afpsZK9
- Dundee's match against Celtic called off due to snow… https://www.thecourier.co.uk/fp/sport/football/dundee-fc/608905/dundees-match-celtic-called-off-due-snow/?utm_source=twitter … via @thecourieruk
- Due to the severe weather forecast for the next few days, we anticipate significant disruption to services. At this stage we can't predict the impact on bin collections but if your bin isn’t full and doesn’t need to be emptied please leave it until next scheduled date’
- Due to the forecast adverse weather for the rest of this week, the 'Getting It Right...Keeping Your Child Safe' online seminar planned to be held tomorrow in Perth (Thurs 1 March) has been postponed.
- Due to weather conditions the 09:39 X27 to Kirkcaldy and the return at 10:35 will not serve until Hlabeath park & ride. Apologies.
- An amber severe weather warning for #snow has been updated: http://bit.ly/WxWarning Stay #weatheraware @metofficeuk pic.twitter.com/wqyrBsOTka
- A yellow severe weather warning for #snow has been updated: http://bit.ly/WxWarning Stay #weatheraware @metofficeuk pic.twitter.com/g4EdjsmXpW
- 📸 Some pictures of the conditions across the network this. Thanks to staff for their hard work right through the night and this morning to keep stations clear and trains moving as best we can. Your hard work is appreciated! pic.twitter.com/k4bFRucMIa
- These bus services are currently not operating - Smith and Sons Service 128 (Alyth – Kirriemuir), Service 129 (Kirriemuir – Whiteside and Lisden Gardens) MW Nicoll Service 30 (Montrose – Brechin) Service 47 (Montrose Town Service)
- Xplore Dundee is currently operating all services, but there may be delays or diversions in place. Check http://nxbus.co.uk/dundee/news/beat-the-beast-from-the-east … for up to date information.
- An amber severe weather warning for snow has been updated: http://bit.ly/WxWarning Stay #weatheraware @metofficeuk pic.twitter.com/dFszEP4gfI
- Thread. Bins information - if you're bin is due to be collected today, please be aware that there may be severe disruption to the collection schedule due to the weather. This particularly applies if you're off a main road. pic.twitter.com/VXiqLwHAfA
- The 10:05 99 from St Andrews to Dundee has been curtailed at Guardbridge due to a fault with the bus. The 10:30 99A from Dundee to St Andrews is also affected by this. Apologies for the inconvenience.
- Service 95 & 97 will resume normal service from Leven, 10:10 Service 97 will depart approx 15 minutes late for St. Andrews
- Buses not operating - JP Minicoaches Services 36 (Arbroath – Redford – Carmyllie), 37 (Arbroath – Letham Grange), 46 (Arbroath – Aikman Rd), 49 (Arbroath – Hospitalfield), 50 (Arbroath - Ladyloan), 118 (Forfar – Tannadice – Noranside Circular).
- Bus services - JP Minicoaches Service 125 (Forfar – Glamis – Newtyle) operating between Forfar and Glamis only
- Fife Service 95 will omit Lower Largo and Pinkerton (Crail) until further notice
- Due to the weather conditions the 10:54 19 from St Leonards depot will not run. The return journey from Ballingary to Rosyth at 12:00 will also not run Apologies.
- A yellow severe weather warning for #wind & #snow has been updated: http://bit.ly/WxWarning Stay #weatheraware @metofficeuk pic.twitter.com/kR8HWdmEnr
- Service 81Dunfermline omitting Kingseat to Halbeath via Hideaway and Alderston Drive due to road condition.
- The Council's Parking Attendants are working hard this morning on clearing and gritting disabled bays in car parks in the city. They are currently working on Scott Street, South Inch and Thimberow car parks.
- Due to the weather conditions the service 81 can't serve Pleasents road (Halbeath to Kingseat) and vice versa. They will be following the 81A route. Apologies.
- * UPDATE * The #M90 is restricted in lane two of two at J5 due to a road traffic incident @netrunkroads @kingdomfm pic.twitter.com/MdZr6yKq8Y
- Due to the adverse weather @MillsObs will unfortunately not be open this evening. We hope to see all you stargazers again soon #BeastFromTheEast pic.twitter.com/SfeYXe97BN
- Unfortunately @CamperdownWild will be closed today due to heating issues within the visitor centre. But rest assured, the animals are wrapping up warm! pic.twitter.com/d9vo7KI4R4
- An amber severe weather warning for #snow has been issued: http://bit.ly/WxWarning Stay #weatheraware @metofficeuk pic.twitter.com/FFpvelfbh6
- ❌⚽️❄️ Due to the severe weather, tonight’s games in the Ladbrokes Premiership have been postponed. ▪️@CelticFC v @dundeefconline ▪️@HibsOfficial v @acciesfc ▪️@MotherwellFC v @AberdeenFC 📆 New dates TBC pic.twitter.com/AiM1vRBDa5
- Due to the weather the 10:30 service 8 will not run and the return journey will not run also. Apologies.
- Fife service 14 unable to service Dunnikear due to adverse weather conditions, service running as far as Rosemount Avenue, apologies.
- Lochlands Street, Arbroath is closed southbound. Services 27 & 43/43A/43B diverted > http://stge.co/XDvG30iC5Qv
- Service X58/X60 and 95 diversion information during A917 St Monans closure in place until Friday 9 March > http://stge.co/6wq730i5tzV
- The 10:56 42 from Tayport to Dundee is not operating due to the bus being very late. Service will resume on time from Dundee Rail Stn at 11:10. Apologies for the inconvenience.
- Remember folks, there is a travel warning issued by @policescotland today to avoid travel on the roads within the amber warning areas. Have a look below for info pic.twitter.com/4rSZgEmUGJ
- The 10:52 94 from St Andrews to Newburgh is delayed by approx 15 minutes due to road conditions. Apologies for the inconvenience.
- Deadline approaching! The first deadline of 2018 Children in Need Small Grants Programme is tomorrow. Applications need to be submitted by midnight on Thursday 1st March for consideration and decisions will be known by early May. http://bbc.in/1lSnwuX @AngusCouncil @BBCCiN pic.twitter.com/TcfB9c34Sp
- Service 4 subject to delay due to drifting snow. between Craigluscar and Carnock. Will update further if necessary.
- A reminder that the @metoffice have issued several warnings for snow this week, including today. For the latest info visit http://ow.ly/V1H030iEWvm pic.twitter.com/v03Hr9MZ24
- Good Morning on this very snowy day. Lynne here answering any queries you may have. Happy sledging today.
- Kirkcaldy North Office at Beauly Place has opened today for any assistance we can give you. It will be open until 4.30pm but will close as normal between 1pm-2pm. Thanks Lynne
- Our services are running largely as normal. If you are able to attend for your appt then you will be seen. Please follow travel advice and travel only if it is safe to do so. If you are unable to attend, contact the relevant department using the number on your appt letter. pic.twitter.com/fehh6usSCo
- A red severe weather warning for #snow has been issued: http://bit.ly/WxWarning Stay #weatheraware @metofficeuk pic.twitter.com/Ydp6N5xVbj
- Housing Repairs Severe weather is causing disruption to our repair appointments. Emergency repairs will be a priority, if your appointment is missed please call Faults & Repairs 03451 550011 (Option3) to reschedule. We apologise for any inconvenience this may cause.
- We know everyone's keen for updates and we're seeing the weather forecasts too! Some planning meetings going on and decisions to be made. We'll issue news and updates ref council services & schools as soon as we can.
- There is now a Met Office #Red warning for snow in our area #StaySafe #BeastFromTheEast https://twitter.com/ScotTranserv/status/968808286719041537 …
- Fife Service 43 & 44 will revert back to complete route
- A Met Office RED warning has just been issued for parts of Tayside. Please carefully consider if you need to travel #BeastFromTheEast scotland #staysafe https://twitter.com/ScotTranserv/status/968808286719041537 …
- RED snow warning issued for Tayside and Fife by Met Office… https://www.thecourier.co.uk/fp/news/local/perth-kinross/608972/red-snow-warning-issued-tayside-fife-met-office/?utm_source=twitter … via @thecourieruk
- ❗️The @metoffice have issued a SEVERE weather warning in Scotland.❗️ Carefully consider your travel options and plan ahead. Disruption on rail network is expected. @ScotRail @Virgin_TrainsEC @VirginTrains @transcotland pic.twitter.com/nICnszPbMn
- A yellow severe weather warning for #snow & #ice has been updated: http://bit.ly/WxWarning Stay #weatheraware @metofficeuk pic.twitter.com/wRYLwksnFv
- Take care if you are out and about this afternoon, especially in the central belt of Scotland, where a red snow warning starts at 1500. Very cold temperatures and snow showers are likely elsewhere too pic.twitter.com/wLrZBXjcfd
- The @metoffice has just upgraded weather warning to Red - the highest possible level. This is valid from today 3pm - Thur 10am. Areas affected below. To reiterate our travel advice - avoid travel. Ask yourself if your journey is absolutely essential? If not, do not travel. pic.twitter.com/zERptqty58
- ❗️The @metoffice have issued a SEVERE weather warning in Scotland.❗️ Carefully consider your travel options and plan ahead. Disruption on rail network is expected. @ScotRail @Virgin_TrainsEC @VirginTrains @transcotland pic.twitter.com/nICnszPbMn
- **Met Office now confirm a red warning will be in place across the region from 3pm today, therefore our advice is to commence journeys home ASAP as we cannot guarantee services will operate beyond this time. We'll continue to post updates here> http://stge.co/77Vn30iFijM
- NOTICE :- Due to severe weather conditions tonight’s Central Groups rehearsals are cancelled.
- 👋 We’re working to respond to as many of your tweets as quickly as we can, but we're not able to answer them all. It'll be quicker to check your journey at http://JourneyCheck.com/ScotRail or via our app https://cards.twitter.com/cards/10nn1s/j0fa … ^CT
- ❄️ Some images from across a cold and snowy network this morning. Staff working hard to keep the infrastructure clear and open in the face of difficult conditions. pic.twitter.com/XSQ3xrO0ED
- ❄️ Some images from across a cold and snowy network this morning. Staff working hard to keep the infrastructure clear and open in the face of difficult conditions. pic.twitter.com/FmuNnXLKD2
- ❄️ Some images from across a cold and snowy network this morning. Staff working hard to keep the infrastructure clear and open in the face of difficult conditions. pic.twitter.com/KibgT3s7qF
- Unfortunately because of the weather our #FairtradeFortnight event tonight at 5.30pm in the Dalhousie Building has been CANCELLED
- ❄️ A red weather warning has been issued for the region. We are closely monitoring road/weather conditions, and liaising with others. We cannot say at this time what will happen in the evening peak; the prevailing plan is to maintain as much services as we safely can.
- ❄️ A red weather warning has been issued for the region. We are closely monitoring road/weather conditions, and liaising with others. We cannot say at this time what will happen in the evening peak; the prevailing plan is to maintain as much services as we safely can.
- The 11:35 43 Glenrothes to Whitehill will not run due to a bus fault. Replacement bus on route. The service will resume from Glenrothes bus station heading back to Leven. Apologies for any inconvenience
- Travel update: Service 47 will operate from the 12.30pm service Ferryden to Hillside. Please check for updates with this service throughout today. @AngusCouncil
- A yellow severe weather warning for #snow has been updated: http://bit.ly/WxWarning Stay #weatheraware @metofficeuk pic.twitter.com/fTZIuaSwsk
- A yellow severe weather warning for #snow has been issued: http://bit.ly/WxWarning Stay #weatheraware @metofficeuk pic.twitter.com/pjrse021Ck
- Snow and freezing temperatures have resulted in widespread disruption to our bin collection service across #Angus today http://bit.ly/2CqDb4q #BeastFromTheEast pic.twitter.com/qOpaMrFONV
- Crieff High School is closed to all pupils from 12pm
- UPDATE: @CrieffHigh will be closing to all pupils at 2pm today, not 12noon as previously advised.
- Please be advised service 6 in Fife is currently suspended. We are very sorry for the inconvenience
- It will feel bitterly cold with the influence of wind chill this week, here @AidanWeather explains how wind chill works #keepwarm pic.twitter.com/6lat1ZfPAX
- Bus firm tells locals to head home "ASAP" as forecaster predicts extreme weather across regio… https://www.thecourier.co.uk/fp/news/local/dundee/609097/bus-firm-tells-locals-head-home-asap-forecaster-predicts-extreme-weather-across-region/?utm_source=twitter … via @thecourieruk
- A red severe weather warning for #snow has been issued for the central belt of Scotland. Stay #weatheraware & see more information here http://bit.ly/WxWarning Follow advice from the local authorities and emergency services @ReadyScotland #UKSnow #WeatherAware #StaySafe #alert pic.twitter.com/9LBUfQUh9y
- Police have closed Craigluscar to Carnock therefore we cannot operate service 4, this is due to drifting snow. Apologies.
- Dunfermline service are no operating main roads only. They will not be serving side streets. Apologies.
- BIN COLLECTIONS All waste collections have now been cancelled in Fife today (Wednesday 28 February) due to the severe weather warning being upgraded to red. We will provide updates to the service disruption when they are available. https://www.fifedirect.org.uk/news/index.cfm?fuseaction=closures.services …
- Perth and Kinross Careers Fair, which was due to take place at the Academy of Sport and Wellbeing @PerthCollegeUHI tomorrow (Thursday) has been cancelled due to weather.
- Today’s Citizenship Ceremony in Town House, Kirkcaldy @ 3.30pm is cancelled due to weather. Ceremony will be rescheduled. Queries contact [email protected]
- Thanks to the #hero who drove the 7 bus today which left Kirkcaldy for Leven at about 1215 hrs. #beastfromtheeast @StagecoachEScot
- Important customer information! Due to the severe weather, we have made the decision to close all leisure centres at 12.00pm today (28/02/18). We would like to apologise for any inconvenience. Further updates regarding opening will be made tomorrow.
- The 12:56 42 from Tayport to Dundee is not operating due to weather related delays. Service will resume on time from Dundee at 13:10. Apologies for the inconvenience.
- The 81 service will be omitting Stenhouse Street Cowdenbeath, The Cuddyhouse road and Kingseat until further notice. The service will be using main roads only.
- I'm at our Control Centre & blizzard conditions have made the Forth Bridges disappear! If you are at work & in the Red warning area, you should try and get home before 3pm when the weather warning is due to kick in. Heed Police & our advice, avoid travelling! pic.twitter.com/8Ii7BX4XJm