Ferries and trains suspended as Storm Bram brings 90mph winds

In some areas across the UK ferries and trains have been suspended as Storm Bram is bringing heavy rain and wind speeds of 90mph.

The Met Office has issued an amber wind warning for Northern Scotland and the rest of the UK has been issued with a yellow weather warning.

There is a danger to life warning which comes into effect from 4pm on Tuesday until midnight from flying debris.

The Met Office is warning there is a possibility of power cuts, damage to homes and travel disruption as gust of 70 to 80moh are expected and in some areas there will be gusts of 90mph.

Ross Moran, route director at Network Rail Scotland, said: “Storm Bram is expected to bring strong winds and heavy rain, which could disrupt the railway.

“Our top priority is keeping passengers and staff safe, and we’re already working hard behind the scenes to prepare.”

Mark Ilderton, ScotRail service delivery director, said: “Speed restrictions will be in place across parts of the network, and while this may mean some journeys take a little longer, these steps are essential to keeping everyone safe.

“We’ll have staff working around the clock to support Network Rail’s efforts and to keep people moving where it’s safe to do so.”

Scotland’s Transport Secretary, Fiona Hyslop, said: “Storm Bram will be the second named storm of the season, bringing challenging weather conditions and a period of disruption to the transport network.

“The Met Office warnings show high winds will impact the whole country, particularly in parts of the North West and Western Isles covered by the amber warning, so it’s vital people plan ahead if they have to travel.”

Chief Superintendent Scott McCarren, head of road policing at Police Scotland, said: “I would encourage people to drive to the conditions and plan ahead.

“Drivers of vehicles vulnerable to being blown over should plan their route to avoid exposed areas or consider cancelling your journey until conditions improve.

“In wet weather, stopping distances will be at least double those required for stopping on dry roads.”