Signs warn of algae risk in Outer Hebrides

Blue-green algae has been found at a loch and beach in the Outer Hebrides.

Signs have been put up at Loch Branahuie and the adjoining Melbost beach, Lewis, warning that contact with the algal scum should be avoided.

Dog walkers using the beach should take care that their dogs do not come into contact with the algal scum.

The blue-green algal blooms at Loch Sandabhat, Leurbost and Loch Stranndabhat, Arivruaich have dispersed.