A man has been rushed to hospital after being knocked down by a car on a busy Edinburgh.
08.10.2023 - 18:15 / dailyrecord.co.uk
Scotland continues to deal with the effects of the weekend's rainstorms, after more heavy rainfall this afternoon caused further chaos - as a man was photographed canoeing down the street in Glasgow.
The Met Office issued an amber weather warning for rain until 2pm for the North East, with the areas likely to be affected including Angus, Tayside, Aberdeenshire, Moray and the Highlands.
The Scottish Environment Protection Agency (SEPA) also issued a severe flood warning alert for the Aviemore/Dalfaber area, with a yellow warning in place for rain for large parts of central and northern Scotland.
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The extra downpours led to Countesswells Road in Aberdeen having to be closed due to flooding., with Police Scotland urging motorists "to seek alternative routes".
The force added: "If you travel in these areas, you are likely to experience disruption. Our advice to drivers is: Plan ahead and avoid unnecessary travel; Be mindful of increased stopping distances; Don't ignore road closure signs - they are for your safety.
"Follow Traffic Scotland Ready Scotland, Follow your local authority for the latest updates in your area. Other information can be found on the Met Office and Traffic Scotland websites and social media accounts."
The B9152 road, between Kincraig and Kingussie, was closed, as was Ski road from Aviemore to Cairngorm mountain. Police Scotland also advised motorists to "only travel if essential".
The A884 at Lochaline, near Glencoe, re-opened earlier today, as did the B8007. There was no alternative route for the B8007 and officers had warned motorists against travel.
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A man has been rushed to hospital after being knocked down by a car on a busy Edinburgh.
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