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Latest Scottish Borders Alerts

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Yellow weather warning for ice issued

The Met Office has issued a yellow weather warning for ice for Wednesday which covers the whole of t...

Local Authority
06/01/2026 11:25:06

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Dangerous Tree on Haughhead Road, Earlston

Residents are advised that there is a dangerous tree on Haughhead Road which poses a safety risk. We...

Local Authority
05/01/2026 16:43:54

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Snow and ice warnings

Two yellow weather warnings for snow and ice have been issued for the Scottish Borders. Central/east...

Local Authority
05/01/2026 12:21:25

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Coastal overtopping and Eyemouth flood risk

Due to the combination of high tides and prevailing weather conditions there is a risk of coastal ov...

Local Authority
03/01/2026 11:37:13

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