Flooding alert as Storm Austen is heading for the Borders

Borderers are warned to prepare for flooding tomorrow (Friday, October 23) as Storm Austen reaches the region.

A yellow weather warning for rain has been issued by the Met Office which covers the majority of the Borders, with the exception being parts of the east coast and communities south of Duns, Kelso, Bonchester Bridge and Jedburgh.

Expect wet and windy weather conditions in the Borders. (Pic: John Devlin)

placeholder image — Expect wet and windy weather conditions in the Borders. (Pic: John Devlin)

With the chance of up to 80mm of rain in some places, Scottish Borders Council has advised the public to be prepared for both flooding and travel disruption.

The warning is in place from 6am on Friday to 3am on Saturday.

A council spokesperson said: “An area of heavy rain will develop across southern and central Scotland early on Friday associated with Storm Austen.

“Accumulation of 20-40mm are expected widely within the warning area through the warning period, with 60-80mm possible in some locations, bringing flooding and travel disruption in a few places.

“Rain will turn lighter and clear from the west through Friday evening and overnight.”