Weather

Snow and ice are continuing to cause problems in the North-east.

Heavy snow and sub-zero temperatures are affecting much of Aberdeenshire with the arrival of the so-called Beast from the East weather system.

Police have issued a weather alert for the North-east.

Snow and ice have been causing major problems in the North-east.

The Met Office has warned that most of Scotland, save for a few patches on the East coast, will be hit by ice later this evening, leading to a risk of slippery surfaces and travel problems.

Scotland could be set to bask in three months of scorching temperatures this spring, according to forecasters.

A flood alert has been issued this afternoon for Aberdeen city and Shire.

With cold and wintry conditions forecast for the North East, BEAR Scotland are at the ready with their aptly named gritters.

The Met Office has issued an updated yellow ‘Be aware’ weather warning for snow and ice for the north east.

Rescue agencies have issues a joint warning for people heading to the mountains to ‘think safety first’ and be prepared for weather conditions.

Snow storms amid winds gusting up to 75mph are forecast to batter Scotland from tomorrow until Friday.

Scots travelling to visit friends and family for festive celebrations are being warned to brace themselves as Storm Barbara blasts parts of the country with 90mph winds on Friday and Christmas Eve.

The Met office have issued a yellow warning for snow across the Aberdeenshire and Grampian.

The popular Castle Fraser Steam Fair, due to be held this weekend, has been cancelled due to the weather.

Heavy and presistent rain over the past 36 hours has resulted in the cancellation of Aberdeen’s Highland Games, which were due to take place on Sunday, June 19 in the city’s Hazlehead Park.

The Met Office has issued a yellow warning of snow and ice across Grampian.