Snow on the road could see commuter misery return for drivers.
Drivers should prepare for commuter misery as a result of snowy roads.
Transport minister for Scotland, Keith Brown, has stated a return to poor weather conditions could see routes north of the border affected by more deposits of the white stuff.
Yesterday (January 5th) saw a resilience operation carried out with a base at
Traffic Scotland's control centre in which vehicles were deployed to spread grit and ensure roads were clear for morning commuters.
Mr Brown said: "I would urge drivers to check their journeys in advance and follow police advice where necessary."
The
Met Office has issued flash warnings of severe or extreme weather for the Highlands of Scotland today (January 6th), which could see heavy and drifting snow affect those areas.
Some 20 cm of snow could fall in mountainous areas, with five to ten cm in inland regions, while wet or untreated surfaces could be prone to icing over the next day or so, according to the body.
And it is not just the weather that could cause travel chaos for some, as AlignMyCar.com has issued a warning that kerbs and potholes disguised by snow could damage vehicles and their wheels.
The company suggests motorists get a professional to check the alignment on cars that may have slid into pavements or holes over the last few weeks of adverse conditions.
Holiday insurance policyholders should look out for damage to tyres, although the experts state problems might not be immediately visible and even a small impact may result in "significant misalignment or damage to components".
By Anne Jones
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