Police Scotland have issued a warning as Storm Ashley is to affect areas in and around Glasgow. 

The Met Office has issued an Amber warning for high winds across parts of western and northern Scotland including East Renfrewshire, Glasgow, North Lanarkshire, Renfrewshire, and South Lanarkshire. 

Heavy rain and 80mph winds are predicted in some places of the country today, with the first named storm of the season “likely” to bring a threat of injuries and danger to life, the Met Office has said.

The warning is in place between 9am and 11.59pm today. 

Now, Chief Superintendent Hilary Sloan, Police Scotland’s Head of Road Policing, has warned road users to not ignore any road signage advising of changes to speed or closures to routes. 

She added: "Road signs are in place for your safety and the safety of other road users and listen out for media broadcasts about the weather and how it may be impacting travel."

Ms Sloan went on to give advice to road users who are travelling today. 

She said: "The amber warning for high winds means that there is a strong likelihood of disruption on the road network and as such, motorists are advised to plan ahead and avoid unnecessary travel where possible.

“Make sure your vehicle has sufficient fuel and is completely roadworthy, with tyre pressure and tread meeting legal requirements. Ensure your mobile phone is fully charged in the event you need to call for assistance and if it is likely you may be within your vehicle for long periods of time, take additional clothing and water with you."

Further information about the weather warnings and flood information is available on the Met Office and SEPA websites.