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Upgraded flood alert system goes live in the Scottish Borders
Overview
An upgraded early warning system for flooding has launched in the Scottish Borders ahead of the autumn and winter seasons. Led by the Scottish Environment Protection Agency (SEPA), the improved service features recalibrated data, updated flood models, and expanded warning areas to provide more accurate and timely alerts between 12 and 48 hours before an event.
Key points
- The Scottish Borders is the latest region to receive an upgraded early warning flood system ahead of autumn and winter downpours.
- A full review and recalibration of data and monitoring was completed using the latest rainfall and water-level information.
- Government figures indicate that one in eight properties across Scotland is under threat from flooding.
- SEPA aims to issue regional flood alerts 12 to 48 hours before a potential event, followed by more localised flood warnings.
- Emergency planning officers have welcomed the system, which also helps local authorities and emergency services prepare for potential incidents.