A9 closed as flash floods hit the Highlands By Ashleigh Barbour August 10 2015, 10:40 pm August 10 2015, 10:40 pm Share A9 closed as flash floods hit the Highlands Share via Facebook Twitter Whatsapp Messenger Linkedin Email Post link https://www.pressandjournal.co.uk/fp/news/highlands-islands/662792/a9-closed-flash-floods-hit-highlands/ Copy Link The A9 has been closed after flash floods hit the region The A9 has been closed in both directions at Tain after flash flooding hit the Highlands. Motorists have been advised to use an alternative route and to allow extra time for their journeys following severe downpours across the region. Earlier this evening, Traffic Scotland warned drivers to “take care” on the A9 as high winds caused chaos. Numerous properties in the Highlands have also been affected by the torrential rain.