Warnings have been issued after blue green algae was found in Caithness. Image: Supplied.
Blue-green algae has been found at a loch in the Western Isles.
Signs have been put up at Loch Chill Donnain, Kildonan, South Uist, warning the public that contact with the algal scum should be avoided.
Similar notices have also been put up at East Loch Ollay, South Uist, after samples confirmed the continued presence of the algae.
Adjoining landowners and fishing interests have been advised of the situation as have the Environmental Health section of Western Isles, Scottish Environment Protection Agency’s Stornoway office and NHS Western Isles.
For further information, contact Environmental Health at Western Isles Council on 01870 604990.
Blue-green algae confirmed in two Western Isles lochs
