Schools across Scotland closed on Tuesday as the Met Office extended a yellow wind warning for 18 hours. The alert covers the entire country, following recent storms that caused widespread disruption. Strong gusts are expected, with travel and power issues anticipated. The warning, active until 9pm, follows a series of storms that hit the UK over the weekend. Storm Austen affected southern regions on Friday, while Storm Boelo brought strong winds to Scotland and Northern Ireland. The latest alert comes as the UK recovers from the back-to-back storms, which caused power cuts and flooding. Schools in parts of Northern Ireland were also closed due to the weather. The Met Office has warned of further disruption in the early hours of Tuesday. The warning is part of a broader pattern of severe weather affecting the region. Officials have urged caution as the wind conditions persist. The situation highlights ongoing challenges from recent weather events. The alert underscores the impact of consecutive storms on infrastructure and daily life. The Met Office continues to monitor conditions for any further developments.