Storm Eowyn is set to bring disruptive weather to Dundee and the rest of Scotland as the city is placed under an amber warning for wind.
What's Happening?
Storm Eowyn is currently passing Dundee, with winds up to 80mph being recorded. Dundee is under a yellow and amber warning, but remnants of the red warning are also passing the city.
V&A Dundee, Verdant Works, Discovery Point, McManus Galleries, Caird Hall, Mills Observatory and Camperdown Wildlife Centre are just some of the venues that have closed, while the Tay Road Bridge is closed to traffic until further notice.
Schools are closed in Dundee. Dundee and Angus College campuses and Abertay University facilities are shut. University of Dundee continues to remain open during the storm but urges students to work from home if they can.
The Broughty Ferry and Riverside flood gates have been closed as a result of the storm.
Xplore Dundee suspended all their services, but they will reinstate them from 6pm Friday
What's Closing?
Attractions
❌ V&A Dundee
❌ Mills Observatory
❌ Discovery Point
❌ Verdant Works
❌ Broughty Castle Museum
❌ Camperdown Wildlife Centre
❌ Dundee Science Centre
Educational facilities
❌ All schools and nurseries in Dundee
❌ All swim and sports centres in Dundee schools
❌ Outdoor educational activity centres
❌ Dundee and Angus College
❌ Abertay University
Public service facilities
❌ Dundee Sheriff Court
❌ Dundee Justice Hub
Transport
❌ Tay Road Bridge closed to ALL vehicles
❌ All trains cancelled
❌ All Xplore Dundee services until 6pm Friday
Warnings
Warning | Active from | Active until |
🟡 Yellow | 00:00 Friday | 23:59 Friday |
🟠 Amber | 06:00 Friday | 21:00 Friday |
🔴 Red | 10:00 Friday | 17:00 Friday |
🟡 Yellow | 00:00 Saturday | 15:00 Saturday |
What to Expect
There is a good chance that power cuts may occur, with the potential to affect other services, such as mobile phone coverage
Probably some damage to buildings, such as tiles blown from roofs
Longer journey times and cancellations likely, as road, rail, air and ferry services may be affected
Flying debris is likely and could lead to Injuries or danger to life
Some roads and bridges likely to close
What to Do
Check for loose or cracked roof tiles that could easily fly off in strong winds. Also, check aerials and satellite dishes are properly attached
Remove loose bricks from around the chimney stack and inside the home, and move furniture from the area directly below. Avoid it until the storm has passed
Secure loose objects that could be blown away and cause damage e.g. a trampoline
Secure fencing and gates. Ensure they are in good condition.
Park vehicles in a garage or away from buildings, trees, walls, and fences.
🗺️ Live Map
Wind Forecast
from Friday 00:00 until Saturday 21:00
🔴 Latest Updates
17:18
Dundee City Council have provided updates on their services:
"Dundee City Council is providing an update on waste services as Storm Eowyn passes through the city following a day of disruption.
Re-arranged collections will be put in place after services were stood down on Friday.
These are:
Grey bin (general waste) collections that were scheduled for Friday January 24 will now be collected on Monday January 27.
Any bulky uplifts that were scheduled for Friday January 24 will now be uplifted on Monday January 27.
Blue bin (paper/cardboard) collections that were scheduled for Friday January 24 will now take place on Wednesday January 29
Burgundy bin (metals, plastics, cartons) and food waste collections will be uplifted at the next scheduled pick-up day.
Commercial waste (including recycling) collections will also be uplifted at the next scheduled date.
Baldovie & Riverside Household Waste Recycling centres will re-open on Saturday January 25 subject to site inspections.
Yellow weather warnings for snow, ice and wind remain in place for the city on Saturday and further disruption is possible.
The council will provide updates on arrangements for the reopening of Council buildings in due course."
17:00
🔴 The red warning for wind has now ended
17:00
Here are the latest updates if you're joining us on the hour:
Storm Eowyn is currently passing Dundee, with winds up to 80mph being recorded. Dundee is under a yellow and amber warning, but remnants of the red warning are also passing the city.
V&A Dundee, Verdant Works, Discovery Point, McManus Galleries, Caird Hall, Mills Observatory and Camperdown Wildlife Centre are just some of the venues that have closed, while the Tay Road Bridge is closed to traffic until further notice.
Schools are closed in Dundee. Dundee and Angus College campuses and Abertay University facilities are shut. University of Dundee continues to remain open during the storm but urges students to work from home if they can.
The Broughty Ferry and Riverside flood gates have been closed as a result of the storm.
Xplore Dundee suspended all their services, but they will reinstate them from 6pm Friday
16:50
🔴 BREAKING: Xplore Dundee services to resume from 6pm
16:45
Hi everyone, hope you're all staying safe during this wild storm, it is passing through and hopefully we'll see the back of it very soon! Just wanted to pop on and say a huge thank you to those sending in kind messages regarding coverage.
It is very important to relay as much accurate information as possible, and I have to say THANK YOU for helping me along the way, people sending in updates and photos of the situation, it really helps make coverage more accurate and reliable for others.
Stay safe though, don't go out unless it is absolutely necessary, and if you are, plan your journey and keep safe! We're nearly through the worst part!
15:23
A tree has fallen on Bell Street near the Abertay University campus.
14:16
🔴 BREAKING: Xplore Dundee have suspended all services until further notice
11:46
Roof partially ripped off of the University of Dundee's School of Medicine
11:18
Insulation has been spotted flying from roofs at City Quay, the Courier is reporting.
11:02
🔴 BREAKING: The Tay Road Bridge is closed to ALL vehicles
10:19
🔴 BREAKING: Verdant Works announces closure today.
10:00
🔴 The red warning for wind is now in effect until 5pm tonight
06:00
🟠 The amber warning for wind is now in effect until 9pm tonight
00:00
🟡 BREAKING: Yellow weather warning for wind is now in effect until midnight tomorrow
Thursday 23 January
18:30
That's me signing off for the night! Will be back tomorrow with more updates on the storm.
18:07
Is Dundee in the red zone?
Many screenshots are circulating on social media, stating that Dundee is in the red zone.
To confirm that as of 6pm tonight, Dundee is NOT in the red zone as some are claiming.
The Met Office's latest forecast has Dundee on a yellow and amber warning which will come into effect from midnight and 6am tomorrow respectively.
The red warning is featured at the top in the Warnings section, however this is noting all warnings declared by the Met Office, not just in Dundee.
18:00
Here are the latest updates if you're joining us on the hour:
Storm Eowyn is expected to make landfall tomorrow, with winds up to 100mph forecast for Scotland. Dundee is under a yellow and amber warning, but remnants of the red warning are also expected to pass the city.
V&A Dundee have been joined by Discovery Point, Mills Observatory and Camperdown Wildlife Centre as some of the venues that have announced closures in the past hour for tomorrow, while the Tay Road Bridge expect disruptions tomorrow.
Schools will close in Dundee. Dundee and Angus College campuses and Abertay University facilities will shut. University of Dundee continues to remain open during the storm but urges students to work from home if they can.
The Broughty Ferry and Riverside flood gates have been closed in anticipation of the storm.
Xplore Dundee will suspend their FLY Dundee service to Edinburgh service from 7.30am tomorrow and then resume from 6pm in the evening.
17:38
Xplore Dundee issue update on bus services
We’re committed to keeping you moving during Storm Eowyn, our services will operate as normal with exception to Fly.
Fly services will temporarily pause during the red weather warning.
Last Fly departures from Dundee and Edinburgh Airport will be 07:30am
Fly services are scheduled to resume from Dundee and Edinburgh at 18:00.
Our team is closely monitoring the situation, and we’ll keep you updated on any changes as soon as possible.
17:25
🔴 BREAKING: Discovery Point announces closure for tomorrow.
17:13
Update from NHS Tayside on their services in relation to the upcoming storm.
17:01
🔴 BREAKING: Kanzen Karate have suspended classes tomorrow.
17:00
Here are the latest updates if you're joining us on the hour:
Storm Eowyn is expected to make landfall tomorrow, with winds up to 100mph forecast for Scotland. Dundee is under a yellow and amber warning, but remnants of the red warning are also expected to pass the city.
V&A Dundee have just announced they will close, while the Tay Road Bridge expect disruptions tomorrow.
Schools will close in Dundee. Dundee and Angus College campuses and Abertay University facilities will shut. University of Dundee continues to remain open during the storm but urges students to work from home if they can.
The Broughty Ferry and Riverside flood gates have been closed in anticipation of the storm.
16:25
🔴 Update from the University of Dundee:
An amber weather warning has been issued by the Met Office for Dundee and surrounding areas for Friday 24 January. A red weather warning has been issued for the central belt area of Scotland, which includes Kirkcaldy.
Our City and Ninewells campuses will remain open, but for many it will be possible to work or study from home – please assess this in line with public advice.
Our Kirkcaldy campus is within the red warning area and arrangements are being made for staff and students working there to work or study remotely.
Met Office advice is to not travel if you are in a red warning zone and to check and exercise caution if travelling in an amber area.
The situation is changeable so please check before setting out on any travel. Some teaching may be cancelled at short notice or converted to online delivery. Students should check notifications from their Schools.
16:18
🔴 BREAKING: All Dundee nursery, primary, secondary, and special schools will be closed to all staff and pupils on Friday, Dundee City Council confirms
16:09
🔴 BREAKING: Abertay University will shut tomorrow to staff and students.
16:00
Here are the latest updates if you're joining us on the hour:
Storm Eowyn is expected to make landfall tomorrow, with winds up to 100mph forecast for Scotland. Dundee is under a yellow and amber warning, but remnants of the red warning are also expected to pass the city.
V&A Dundee is the first city attraction to announce its closure, while the Tay Road Bridge expect disruptions tomorrow.
It is still yet to be confirmed if schools will close in Dundee, but schools in Angus will be closed tomorrow. Dundee and Angus College campuses will shut, but Abertay University facilities are currently to remain open.
The Broughty Ferry and Riverside flood gates have been closed in anticipation of the storm.
15:46
V&A Dundee has announced it is closing tomorrow ahead of the storm.
15:22
🔴 BREAKING: Dundee and Angus College campuses to shut
15:03
🌊 Dundee City Council have provided updates on the flood gates at Broughty Ferry and Riverside
”Flood gates at Broughty Ferry and Riverside will be closed this afternoon (Thurs Jan 23) due to conditions linked to Storm Eowyn.
High winds & waves are forecast from a South Westerly direction.
The gates will be reopened when circumstances allow.”
14:28
🔴 BREAKING: Schools in Angus will close tomorrow. There is still no update yet from Dundee City Council.
14:26
🔴 BREAKING: ScotRail have suspended all services tomorrow.
13:08
🚨 Tay Road Bridge gives update on Storm Eowyn
“Please expect severe disruption to bridge availability tomorrow. If winds are as forecast it is highly likely there will be a bridge closure during morning rush hour and lasting most of the day. Please check our updates before you travel.”
12:51
There have been instances of local authorities in Scotland now closing schools on Friday as a result of the forthcoming storm. No updates as of yet from Dundee City Council.
12:34
Here are the warnings issued so far:
🟡 YELLOW WARNING (Friday 00:00 - 23:59)
Storm Éowyn is expected to bring very strong winds and some disruption on Friday
🟠 AMBER WARNING (Friday 06:00 - 21:00)
Storm Éowyn is expected to bring very strong winds and widespread disruption later on Friday and into early Saturday
🔴 RED WARNING (Friday 10:00 - 17:00)
Very strong winds associated with Storm Éowyn causing very dangerous conditions and significant disruption on Friday
🟡 YELLOW WARNING (Saturday 00:00 - 15:00)
Storm Éowyn will continue to bring strong winds into Saturday, with some disruption possible
12:30
Hello and welcome to the latest updates on Storm Eowyn as it is set to make landfall in Scotland tomorrow. Dundee Culture will keep you up to speed on all that’s happening in the city and the outer areas!
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