Sepa issues three ‘danger to life’ severe flood warnings in Aviemore, Kincraig and Carrbridge
Three severe flood warnings, indicating a danger to life, have been issued in Aviemore, Kincraig and at Dulnain Bridge.
The Scottish Environment Protections Agency (Sepa) also has 18 other flood warnings in force across parts of the Highlands and Moray on Hogmanay amid an active amber weather alert for heavy rain.
The three severe flood warnings, meanwhile, run between Aviemore/Dalfaber, Kincraig to Inverdruie, and Sluggan to Dulnain Bridge.
A Sepa spokesperson said: “There is a danger to life. If you are in an affected area and are in danger and need assistance, call emergency responders. Due to persistent and heavy rainfall, river levels on the River Spey are expected to rise throughout Tuesday.
“Extensive flooding to properties and businesses is expected in and around Aviemore. This will include Dalfaber Road, The Old Bridge Inn, Speyside Leisure Park, the sewage treatment works, the railway line at Easter Kinakyle and the road and communities around Inverdruie and Kincraig.
“Overnight, water levels on the River Spey did not rise to as expected to. It did begin to rise early on Tuesday morning and that will continue into the day. Less rain fell overnight than was forecast, but is continuing to affect the area.
“Take action now. Stay away from flood water and do not take unnecessary risks. Some evacuations have been advised. Please follow the advice of the emergency services and first responders on the ground.
“The Highland Council has set up an information point at Aviemore Highland Resort, Morlich Suite
“Remain vigilant and remember, it is your responsibility to take actions which help protect yourself and your property. Advice and information is available on our website or by calling Floodline on 0345 988 1188.”
Describing the severe warning between Sluggan and Dulnain Bridge, the spokesperson added: “Extensive flooding to properties and businesses is expected in and around Carrbridge. This will include properties and access roads near the River Dulnain including areas around Sluggan and Dulnain Bridge. Widespread flooding of agricultural land is expected throughout the valley.”
Affected communities are being directed to the same information point at Aviemore Highland Resort.
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