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03/12/2012
Scotland Braced For More Wintry Weather
Drivers in Scotland have been warned to take care over the coming week, as the country experiences the first heavy snowfall of winter.
Scotland has had a weekend of snow and sleet mixed with low temperatures, creating treacherous conditions on the roads.
Nearly 80 accidents were reported to Grampian police alone over the weekend, while roads and schools were closed across the country.
Now forecasters are predicting further heavy snow over the coming days.
Transport Scotland have met police, forecasters and transport operating companies to prepare for the cold weather.
Transport Scotland's network manager Stewart Leggett said: "As this is expected to be the first widespread snow of the winter, our Multi Agency Response Team will be operational tomorrow morning to monitor how the transport network is coping.
"We would urge people to be extra careful in icy conditions. This is a timely opportunity to remind the public of the wide range of advice that's available, including live travel information and tips on preparing for and driving in bad weather."
Meanwhile, winter-sports fans have taken to Scotland’s ski centres to make the best of the freezing conditions.
Cairngorm and the Lecht, near Aberdeen, are now open and are reporting good snow cover.
The weather will be a boost to business at the resorts, as the beginning of the year created only very limited conditions for skiing.
(IT/GK)
Scotland has had a weekend of snow and sleet mixed with low temperatures, creating treacherous conditions on the roads.
Nearly 80 accidents were reported to Grampian police alone over the weekend, while roads and schools were closed across the country.
Now forecasters are predicting further heavy snow over the coming days.
Transport Scotland have met police, forecasters and transport operating companies to prepare for the cold weather.
Transport Scotland's network manager Stewart Leggett said: "As this is expected to be the first widespread snow of the winter, our Multi Agency Response Team will be operational tomorrow morning to monitor how the transport network is coping.
"We would urge people to be extra careful in icy conditions. This is a timely opportunity to remind the public of the wide range of advice that's available, including live travel information and tips on preparing for and driving in bad weather."
Meanwhile, winter-sports fans have taken to Scotland’s ski centres to make the best of the freezing conditions.
Cairngorm and the Lecht, near Aberdeen, are now open and are reporting good snow cover.
The weather will be a boost to business at the resorts, as the beginning of the year created only very limited conditions for skiing.
(IT/GK)
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