A FLOOD ALERT has been issued for Ayrshire and Arran.

Persistent rain is forecast for this area until Tuesday, and in addition there will be some snow-melt, from lying snow.

Small watercourses and rivers in the area are expected to respond with localised flooding of land and roads possible from early Monday there may be some surface water issues on built up areas and travel disruption.

Remain vigilant and remember, it is your responsibility to take actions which help protect yourself and your property. 

Advice and information is also available through Floodline on 0345 9881188. This FLOOD ALERT is now in force until further notice and was sent by phone and sms free of charge to registered customers of Floodline direct warning service.  

If you haven't already signed up to receive free flood messages,  call Floodline or register online at sepa.org.uk/floodingsignup.

Your Floodline quick dial number for this area is 24200.