A9 in the Far North to remain closed overnight
Snow gates at Dunbeath and Helmsdale will remain shut overnight so there will be no access for those travelling North or South on the road into or out of Caithness.
Last updated 18th Jan 2024
There will be no access into or out of Caithness via the A9 tonight as snow gates at Dunbeath and Helmsdale remain closed.
Police say resources are being put in place to support emergency services should they need access along the route.
It comes after drivers were stranded on the road earlier today due to the conditions.
A Police Scotland spokesperson said: "The A9 Snow gates at Dunbeath and Helmsdale will remain closed overnight so there will be no access for motorists travelling North or South on the A9 into or out of Caithness.
"Should any emergency services require to travel along this route, please be reassured that resources are in place to support this.
"In addition, road conditions in the North Highland area remain extremely challenging and we would urge motorists to remain at home other than for essential travel."
An amber weather warning for snow across areas north of Inverness has now lifted, but a yellow alert for snow and ice for many areas of Scotland is in place until 3pm tomorrow.
Thousands of pupils in Highland and Aberdeenshire had another day off due to the conditions today, while in Moray a handful of schools were either closed or had delayed openings.