Flooding closes rail line between Inverness and Perth

There's also disruption on roads across the North of Scotland due to the weather

Flooding is affecting train services across the North of Scotland
Author: Liam RossPublished 5th Feb 2024
Last updated 5th Feb 2024

Heavy rainfall has led to the closure of the rail line between Inverness and Perth.

Network Rail say that it's shut due to flooding of the route near Kingussie.

They've also outlined how teams are on site and are working to reduce water levels before carrying out necessary safety inspections.

Services on the Far North Line are also affected as trains between Inverness and Wick are subject to delay and cancellation.

The Scottish Environment Protection Agency (SEPA) have issued 23 flood warning across the country, including for Caithness, Sutherland, Ross-shire and Moray.

Several roads have also been affected by the weather.

Highland Council have alerted the public about flooding in Grantown on Spey

Bear Scotland have also posted on social media to say the A82 at Balchraggan, north of Drumnadrochit is currently closed in both directions.

Mud and debris has fallen onto the road due to heavy rainfall.

The say diversion route is being implemented with Police currently controlling traffic.

The A82 at Balchraggan, north of Drumnadrochit is currently closed in both directions.

Highland Council say the A862 at Brockies corner is closed as well as the B852 Dores to Foyers road due to landslips.

Pictures posted by Highland Council also show how Seafield Avenue in Grantown on Spey is flooded.

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