Storm Floris: Power outages across Scotland amid 90mph winds
The reports come as around 10,000 homes in Ireland are without power after Storm Floris brought strong winds to the island.
READ MORE: See the full list of bridges closed in Scotland as gust speeds increase
Weather alerts remain in place across Scotland.
What rights do I have as a consumer if I have a power cut?
Scots should 'know their rights' as Storm Floris triggers a wave of disruption across the country today, according to a leading charity.
Advice Direct Scotland has issued information for those affected, as the storm brings unseasonably strong winds and cancellations across the transport network.
The charity told the public that if you lose electricity due to a storm, compensation varies depending on the storm's category. Storm Floris will likely be classed as a Category 1 or Category 2 event.
If the storm is Category 2 and you are without power for 48 hours:
Initial compensation would be £80, with an additional £40 for every six hours without power, up to a maximum of £2000.
For gas cuts, consumers might be entitled to compensation if the supply is cut off for more than 24 hours, receiving £60 after the first 24 hours and another £60 for each following 24-hour period.
According to Advice Direct Scotland, the gas network operator should contact consumers directly, but no compensation will be given if more than 30,000 homes were affected, the consumer caused the cut-off, or the operator took reasonable steps to prevent it.
Conor Forbes, policy director at Advice Direct Scotland, said: 'Storm Floris is causing serious disruption across Scotland. We recognise the anxiety and uncertainty this brings to many households, and it is important that people know their rights.
'Our teams are on hand to offer free, impartial advice to anyone affected, whether it's power outages, travel cancellations or damage to property.
READ MORE: Storm Floris Live: Latest warnings, transport cancellations and road closures
'We can help people understand their rights, access compensation, and find practical support quickly.
'We urge anyone impacted to reach out via our helplines, website or social media channels. Whether you're dealing with energy supply issues, insurance claims or service interruptions, we're here to guide you through it.
'Storms like Floris test our resilience, but no one should face these challenges alone. Your wellbeing is our priority, and we're committed to helping communities stay safe, informed and supported every step of the way.'
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