Scottish Water calls on people to behave responsibly around watercourses during warm weather
Scottish Water is calling on people in Lanarkshire to stay safe, behave responsibly and not take risks around watercourses such as reservoirs, rivers, lochs and beaches during the warm weather forecast this weekend.
Figures from the National Water Safety Forum (NWSF) show that in 2024 there were a total of 33 accidental drownings in Scotland, and 193 across the UK.
Peter Farrer, Scottish Water's chief operating officer, said: "While people should enjoy any good weather we have and take pleasure at Scotland's beautiful lochs, reservoirs, rivers and beaches, it's absolutely vital they stay safe at all times and act responsibly.c
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"As a number of tragic deaths in Scotland in recent years have shown, safety is a serious issue in all bodies of water.
"At reservoirs, while the water may look harmless, there are many hidden dangers. We need to ensure everyone is aware of these hazards.
"We are reminding parents to keep their children safe and asking everyone to behave responsibly around reservoirs and other watercourses."
Deep, cold water is a particular danger at reservoirs, which are working parts of Scottish Water's infrastructure.
Dams, steep banks, spillways (overflows) and underwater pipework can also present real hazards.
Many of the utility's reservoirs are situated in remote locations, meaning there is a lack of immediate assistance and mobile phone reception can be poor.
In the interests of public safety, Scottish Water does not encourage swimming in its reservoirs.
The company's reservoir safety advice is also targeted at pet owners.
One of the biggest concerns with dog owners is when their dog gets in trouble in water and the owner enters the water body in an attempt to help it. Sometimes the dog survives but the owner doesn't.
A team of Scottish Water reservoir rangers is helping visitors enjoy some of the country's most popular locations and promoting water safety at reservoirs.
A water safety video can be viewed at https://youtu.be/AA6P3EuR1w8
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