Storm Jocelyn named as Lanarkshire set to be lashed with more fierce winds and rain

Aftermath of Storm Isha which caused widespread damage and travel chaos across Scotland Damage to buildings in Burbank Road, Falkirk.

As Lanarkshire locals recover from the damage caused by Storm Isha, a second weather warning has been issued.

The Met Office has named a second storm called Storm Jocelyn as strong winds continue to hit parts of the country.

Unfortunately for the public, fierce winds and heavy rain will continue to feature in the forecast on Tuesday and Wednesday.

The Met Office warnings this week say strong winds could pose a danger to life due to flying debris and crashing waves.

Services such as mobile phone coverage may also be affected with power cuts likely for some.

The public have been told to expect gusts of 50-60mph inland and up 80mph in exposed coastal areas.

The Met Office said: “A spell of strong west or southwesterly winds is likely to affect Northern Ireland, north Wales, northern England and much of Scotland from Tuesday evening.

“Winds are likely to gust 50-60 mph. There is potential for winds to gusts 60-70 mph in a few places, although it is not yet clear where the most likely location for the stronger winds is at this time. Further updates to this warning are likely in the coming days.”

As well as Lanarkshire and other parts of Strathclyde, other areas affected in Scotland including the Highlands, Tayside, Ayrshire and the Borders.

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