While the rest of the UK braces for winter, the Scottish Highlands are already in the grip of a severe Arctic blast. This aerial footage, filmed on January 6th, 2026, captures the stark isolation of Royal Deeside as temperatures plummeted to -6°C.The historic Ballater Bridge, usually a vital artery for traffic, sits silent under a heavy blanket of fresh snow. Below, the River Dee—one of Scotland's fastest-flowing rivers—can be seen fighting against the freeze, with ice sheets beginning to choke the water's edge.A lone figure braves the elements to cross the bridge, highlighting the resilience of local residents who are continuing with daily life despite the treacherous conditions and Amber weather warnings. This video illustrates the reality of the 'Deep Freeze' currently bringing disruption to Aberdeenshire.