Residents in Dundee and Fife faced severe disruption as flash flooding swept through the regions following relentless heavy rainfall. Roads were submerged, properties damaged, and transport links thrown into chaos as drainage systems struggled to cope.
In Kirkcaldy, emergency services were inundated with calls as water levels rose rapidly, trapping some motorists and forcing businesses to close. Local authorities have urged caution, with further rain expected in the coming days.
Transport Networks Paralyzed
Key transport routes, including the A92, were severely affected, with standing water causing hazardous driving conditions. Train services between Dundee and Edinburgh also faced delays due to flooding on the tracks.
Residents Left Counting the Cost
Homeowners in low-lying areas reported significant water damage, with some forced to evacuate. "The water came in so fast we couldn’t do anything to stop it," said one Kirkcaldy resident. Insurance companies are bracing for a surge in claims.
Weather Warnings Remain in Place
The Met Office has issued yellow weather warnings for eastern Scotland, advising residents to prepare for further disruption. Council teams are on standby to deploy sandbags in vulnerable areas.
