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The Government recommends households gradually build an emergency kit with practical essentials such as a torch, first aid kit, emergency radio and portable power bank.

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Edinburgh is to be hit by strong winds this Easter, with a wind warning issued for the city.

Easter weather warning issued for Edinburgh as 50mph gusts possible

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Members of the public battle against the wind as they walk along the Royal Mile, Edinburgh

Another weather warning issued as residents brace for high winds

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Plane battles Storm Amy's strong winds as it comes into land at Edinburgh Airport.

Moment plane battles winds as it comes into land at Edinburgh Airport

Edinburgh wind warning issued and Storm Amy named by Met Office Hurricane Humberto impacts UK weather.

Wind warning issued for Edinburgh as Storm Amy to bring 50mph gusts

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A Scottish Environment Protection Agency flood alert is in place for Edinburgh.

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Met Office thunderstorm warning issued for Edinburgh.

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This clock eerily stopped at the time of the blackout - 12.33pm

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Arguably Scotland's most iconic monument, Edinburgh Castle completes the top 10. The historical fortress includes military exhibits, the One O'Clock Gun, Scotland's Crown Jewels and a poignant war memorial. Visitor Sharon H summed it up for many, saying: "Edinburgh Castle is a history buff's dream! It's like stepping back in time with epic views thrown in. Crown Jewels, Stone of Destiny – it's like a historical jackpot. Totally recommend for a cool time-travel vibe!"

Edinburgh Castle among attractions to remain closed due to high winds

A rare red weather warning has been issued for Storm Eowyn in Northern Ireland and Scotland.

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People battle against the wind and rain.

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Edinburgh Airport ranks as the ninth worst UK airport for waiting times, according to new data.

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Storm Agnes to cause more travel chaos this week as 80mph winds forecast. (Photo: Getty Images)

Breaking Storm Agnes to cause more travel chaos as 80mph winds forecast

A Met Office weather warning is in place for thunderstorms across Edinburgh

Residents warned of flooding and power cuts as thunderstorms to hit

Strong winds are forecast to hit Edinburgh on Friday, the Met Office has warned. (Photo credit: Lisa Ferguson/Met Office)

Danger to life warning as gale force winds to strike

The Met Office has issued a yellow weather warning across some parts of the UK as high winds are expected

Met Office issue yellow weather warning as high winds expected

Drax Group Plc’s power station where workes have voted to go on strike.

UK homes ‘face power cuts’ due to strike action at major station

The Met Office has issued another yellow weather warning. Picture Michael Gillen.

Met Office weather warning issued
Cold weather continues to cause problems in the Capital
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Old people at Dalry House huddling round a single paraffin heater during a power cut. Picture: Bill Stout.

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A series of weather warnings have been issued across Scotland.

Met Office issue series of weather warnings for Scotland

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Storm Arwen is set to batter northeastern coastal parts of the UK, with a red weather warning in place for high winds. (Credit: Getty)

Met Office issues ‘rare’ red warning for winds of up to 90mph in parts of UK

Edinburgh weather: Red weather warning for the Capital as Met Office warn of extreme winds

Red weather warning for the Capital as Met Office warn of extreme winds

The weather warning is in place from midnight on Wednesday as rain is expected to turn to snow in the cold weather

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The Met Office has issued the first amber warning of heavy snow across Scotland this season (Photo: PA and Met Office).

Met Office issues amber warning of heavy snow across Scotland

A view of Edinburgh Castle from The Braids with people sledging in the snow (Photo: Andrew O'Brien).

Yellow warning for snow for Edinburgh

The Met Office amber weather warning will be in place from 6pm on Saturday. Pic: Met Office

Met Office amber weather warning extended to Fife

Power was reportedly out in several postcodes before 12:30pm on Thursday afternoon

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Met Office issue yellow weather warning for thunderstorms across Edinburgh

Yellow warning for Edinburgh thunderstorms

Ryanair flight diverted due to severe weather

Edinburgh-bound flight forced to divert

The warning period starts three hours earlier, now at 3am, and has been extended until 10pm.

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Edinburgh weather: Met Office issues snow and ice yellow weather warning for Capital and Lothians

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Two day yellow thunderstorm warning hits Edinburgh as expert forecasters warn of hail

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Waves crash against the sea wall as Storm Callum hits the seafront on October 12, 2018 in Saltcoats. (Photo by Jeff J Mitchell/Getty Images)

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High waves at Saltcoats

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Waves batter a ScotRail train near Saltcoats. Picture: Press Association

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Adverse weather in Penicuik, A701. Picture; Ian Georgeson

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