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STV News
2 days ago
- Climate
- STV News
Loch Lomond staff face 'aggressive behaviour' as thousands enjoy heatwave
Staff at Loch Lomond faced aggressive behaviour from members of the public as thousands flocked to beauty spots across the country to make the most of the heatwave. Record-breaking temperatures saw Scots scramble to make the most of the sunshine, but the good weather also led to multiple emergency incidents. It was the hottest day in Scotland for two years, bringing thousands out and about at rivers, lochs and beaches. But as temperatures exceeded 30C, increased safety risks led to a number of emergency call-outs. On Monday, the First Minister led condolences after a 15-year-old boy died in the River Kelvin in Glasgow. His body was found on Saturday night after a five-hour rescue operation. The teen's death was one of four tragedies across the country this weekend. In East Dunbartonshire, a 63-year-old woman died in a fall near Campsie Glen Waterfall and the body of a 39-year-old man was found in the River Tyne in East Lothian. Meanwhile, a 50-year-old man died in hospital after being rescued from the water in the north of Loch Lomond. STV News Clear up begins in Loch Lomond The team from Loch Lomond Rescue Boat attended to a total of six call-outs across the weekend and is urging visitors to wear life jackets when entering the water. Elsewhere, national park rangers say large crowds led to major clean-up operations. Police were also forced to shut down the road on the east side of the Loch due to overcrowding – something park authorities say led to some aggressive behaviour. Gordon Watson, chief executive of Loch Lomond and the Trossachs National Park Authority, told STV News: 'Obviously, the vast majority of people were enjoying a great day in the national park and there were lots of good things – we had no fire issues, which was so good to see. 'Another part of our advice is of somewhere is is to please have a plan B and think about going to an alternative location. STV News Litter left in Loch Lomond 'Unfortunately, in some of our popular locations, that wasn't happening. In East Loch Lomond and Luss, people were parking on road verges, and obviously, the roads became very congested. The police had to close the road at times. 'And unfortunately, also at some of our car park sites, our staff were on the receiving end of aggressive behaviour of people insisting that they should be able to get into the car park.' As the sunshine and crowds disappeared, a major clean-up operation began for the staff. Rubbish including barbecues were left behind and Mr Watson is reminding visitor to beauty spots to take their litter home if bins are full. SWNS Gordon Water, Loch Lomond and Trossachs National Park Mr Watson added: 'We obviously have put a lot of effort into water safety messaging both on social media and on site where we have a whole suite of signage, rescue equipment and messaging to the public, warning them of the hazards on the water. 'Open water swimming is a really popular activity, but it's important that people know what they're doing. 'The loch is still extremely cold, no matter how hot the weather is. Cold water shock is something that even the best swimmer will not survive.' Get all the latest news from around the country Follow STV News Scan the QR code on your mobile device for all the latest news from around the country
STV News
2 days ago
- Climate
- STV News
Boy, 15, among four dead in incidents on Scotland's hottest day of year
A 15-year-old boy is among four people who died in incidents on Scotland's hottest day of the year. Emergency crews and a police helicopter were called to the River Kelvin near Maryhill Road in Glasgow on Saturday after receiving reports of a person in the water at around 6.40pm. The body of a 15-year-old was recovered around five hours later. Police Scotland said inquiries into his death were ongoing, though it is not being treated as suspicious. A 39-year-old man was also found dead in the River Tyne in East Lothian on Saturday morning. A police spokesperson said the family of the man had been notified and that the death is not being treated as suspicious. A woman died after falling near the Campsie Glen waterfalls, north of Glasgow. Emergency services were alerted at around 12.35pm on Saturday, and a 63-year-old woman was pronounced dead near the car park. A Police Scotland spokesperson said: 'The death is not being treated as suspicious and a report will be sent to the Procurator Fiscal.' On Saturday night, a man was pulled from Loch Lomond in a major rescue operation. Emergency crews rushed to the scene near Ardvorlich at around 10.30pm after police received a report of a concern for a man. Loch Lomond Rescue Boat (LLRB) was also called by the Scottish Ambulance Service to attend the incident on a beach between Inveruglas and Ardlui. The 50-year-old was recovered from the water and taken to Royal Alexandra Hospital in Paisley, where he died on Sunday. Police said enquiries are ongoing into his death, though there are not thought to be any suspicious circumstances. Temperatures hit new heights across Scotland on Saturday. Aviemore peaked at 31.4C on Saturday, making it Scotland's warmest day for nearly three years when it hit 31.8C at Aboyne in July 2022. Saturday was one of just 14 days when the temperature peaked at 31C or over in the last 25 years in Scotland. Revellers flocked in the sunshine to TRNSMT festival in Glasgow – where dozens were arrested for a number of offences across the three-day event. Get all the latest news from around the country Follow STV News Scan the QR code on your mobile device for all the latest news from around the country
Scottish Sun
3 days ago
- Scottish Sun
Tragedy as man dies after being pulled from water at Loch Lomond on hottest day of the year
LOCH TRAGEDY Tragedy as man dies after being pulled from water at Loch Lomond on hottest day of the year Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) A MAN has died after getting into trouble while in Loch Lomond on the hottest day of the year. A major rescue effort was launched in the famous body of water near Ardvorlich last night. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 2 A rescue boat was launched as part of the operation Credit: Loch Lomond Rescue Boat A 50-year-old man was rescued from the water. He was raced to hospital in Paisley where he tragically died earlier today. A Police Scotland spokesperson said: 'Around 10.30pm on Saturday, 12 July, 2025 we received a report of a concern for a man at Loch Lomond near to Ardvorlich. 'The 50-year-old man was recovered from water and taken to Royal Alexandra Hospital in Paisley where he died on Sunday, 13 July, 2025. 'His death is being treated as unexplained, but there are not thought to be any suspicious circumstances. 'Enquiries are ongoing.' A spokesperson for the Loch Lomond Rescue Boat added: "Loch Lomond Rescue Boat were paged by Police Scotland at 22:22 last night on request of Scottish Ambulance Service to assist with a serious incident on a beach between Inveruglas & Ardlui. "LLRB launched immediately & once on scene, worked along side Ambulance and Police Scotland colleagues for some considerable time. "We remained on scene whilst some crew assisted ambulance colleagues prior to them leaving for hospital and others managed the traffic flow to ensure the scene was safe for all emergency workers. "LLRB stood down at 00:45 and returned to base." More to follow... For the latest news on this story keep checking back at The Scottish Sun. is your go to destination for the best celebrity news, football news, real-life stories, jaw-dropping pictures and must-see video. Like us on Facebook at and follow us from our main Twitter account at @TheScottishSun.
The Herald Scotland
04-05-2025
- General
- The Herald Scotland
Kayakers rescued from Loch Lomond after getting into difficulty
Three kayakers had fallen into the water and were unable to get back on board their vessels, with a fourth on the shore in the area near to Luss. The trio were assisted by a passing boat who helped them out of the water and then passed them onto the LLRB when it arrived on the scene. A statement said: 'At 14:58 on 3/5/25, Loch Lomond Rescue Boat received at report from HM Coastgaurd of 3 kayakers who had fallen into the water and were struggling to get back aboard their kayak with a 4th on the shore in the area near to Luss. Read More 'The three persons in the water were thankfully assisted from the water by a passing boat, and our we covey our thanks to them for assisting, whilst one of the group remained on the shore of Inchconnachan. 'Once LLRB arrived on the scene, all four of the kayaking group were brought aboard the Rescue Boat and then taken a short journey to Luss before being handed over to the Scottish Ambulance Service to be checked over. 'All kayaks and paddleboards were then recovered by LLRB before reuniting them with their owners. With all persons safe and well LLRB returned to Balloch and stood down.'
STV News
04-05-2025
- General
- STV News
Kayakers rescued by boat after getting into difficulty in Loch Lomond
Three kayakers had to be rescued after falling into the water in Loch Lomond. Loch Lomond Rescue Boat (LLRB) received a report from HM Coastguard around 3pm on Saturday of the kayakers who were struggling to get back on board their vessels. A fourth kayaker was reported to be on the shore in the area near Luss. The three in difficulty were rescued from the water by a passing boat before the rescue boat arrived. LLRB was then able to get all of the group onboard and taken to Luss where they were handed over to a waiting ambulance. The team then recovered their kayaks and paddleboards. Sharing news of the call out, LLRB said: 'We convey our thanks to [the passing boat] for assisting. 'Once LLRB arrived on the scene, all four of the kayaking group were brought aboard the Rescue Boat and then taken a short journey to Luss before being handed over to the Scottish Ambulance Service to be checked over. 'All kayaks and paddleboards were then recovered by LLRB before reuniting them with their owners. With all persons safe and well LLRB returned to Balloch and stood down.' Get all the latest news from around the country Follow STV News Scan the QR code on your mobile device for all the latest news from around the country
