In addition, CalMac reiterates that some sailings could be disrupted, advising travellers to verify schedules ahead of travel.

Officials warn drivers to expect aquaplaning and advise gradual braking, smooth steering, and easing off the accelerator if it occurs.

Horticulturists and nurseries struggle with planting and groundwork due to persistent saturation, highlighting broader resilience issues tied to water storage and infrastructure investment.

Infrastructure and transport suffer as roads and the M62 face closures and pothole damage, with fishermen, builders and other workers facing delays and safety concerns.

The warning area specifically includes the North Ayrshire region.

Despite grim conditions, there are occasional bright notes such as a regional month‑long mud festival and visible shipwreck timbers at Studland beach, offering cultural or historic interest amid the weather.

Ropa also cautions motorists about aquaplaning, underscoring the need for calm, measured driving and careful handling in wet conditions.

A prolonged spell of wet weather continues, with bands of rain moving east across southern England and Wales, bringing 10–15mm in many areas and up to 20–30mm in exposed spots, raising the risk of flooding, road spray and transport disruption.

UK health authorities issue a multi‑day alert from Friday morning to Monday morning covering 13–16 February, while separate snow and ice alerts are in place for northern England and much of Scotland on Thursday and Friday.

Scotland endures unprecedented rainfall, with Aberdeen reaching 180% of its typical February rainfall and several counties recording well above average January rainfall, triggering record monthly totals across multiple stations.

Farmers report severe impacts with livestock moved to higher ground and crops such as barley, oilseed rape and wheat threatened by prolonged submersion in floodwaters.

Ferry operator CalMac warns some services may be cancelled or delayed and urges travelers to check journeys before setting off.