The Hogmanay street party in Edinburgh has been canceled due to forecasts of rain, strong winds, and snow, reflecting the event's historic vulnerability to adverse weather.
Steve Willington, chief meteorologist at the Met Office, indicated that heavy rain across Scotland is set to disrupt travel plans on New Year's Eve, making indoor celebrations more appealing.
The Highlands and Islands are expecting severe weather, with rain, high winds, and potential snow accumulation, emphasizing the Met Office's warnings about challenging conditions throughout the holiday.
Hogmanay is a traditional festival that usually includes torchlight processions, concerts, and fireworks, drawing tens of thousands despite historic disruptions from similar weather conditions.
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