COMMUTERS are being warned that speed restrictions could be put in place across Scotland's railway as the country braces for 'torrential downpours'.
ScotRail announced that it will be monitoring the weather over the coming days, as many parts of Scotland are set to experience heavy rain and thunderstorms.
It comes after the Met Office issued yellow weather warnings for thunderstorms on Sunday, July 20, and Monday, July 21.
The warnings cover Glasgow, North and South Lanarkshire, East and West Dunbartonshire, Renfrewshire, and East [[Renfrew]]shire.
The rail operator went on to note speed restrictions "may need to be put in place" during this time.
People are being urged to check ScotRail's social media pages for the latest updates.
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A statement posted to ScotRail's X [formerly Twitter] account reads: "Over the next few days, many parts of the country are expected to experience torrential downpours and thunderstorms.
"We'll be closely monitoring the weather, and speed restrictions may need to be put in place.
"Please keep an eye on our social media feeds and app for the latest updates. The Met Office has issued yellow weather warnings."
⚠️⛈️ Over the next few days, many parts of the country are expected to experience torrential downpours and thunderstorms.
— ScotRail (@ScotRail) July 20, 2025
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A flood alert has also been issued for the city, North and [[South Lanarkshire]], as well as East Dunbartonshire.
We previously told of how the Scottish Environmental Protection Agency (SEPA) had warned of 'significant impacts' from surface water and small watercourses due to sustained heavy rainfall over the weekend.
Impacts may include localised flooding affecting parts of the community and widespread disruption to travel and transport networks.
Residents are being urged to remain vigilant.
SEPA is reminding the public that it is their responsibility to take action to help protect themselves and their property in the event of flooding.
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