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Edinburgh Live
13-07-2025
- Climate
- Edinburgh Live
Tragedy as woman dies in horror fall at popular Scottish beauty spot
Our community members are treated to special offers, promotions and adverts from us and our partners. You can check out at any time. More info A woman tragically lost her life following a fall at a popular Scottish beauty spot. Emergency services rushed to Campsie Glen's waterfalls in East Dunbartonshire, just north of Glasgow, after receiving a call at around 12.35pm on Saturday. The 63-year-old woman reportedly fell near a car park at the well-known site. Despite a prompt response from emergency crews, the woman was sadly pronounced dead at the scene. The details surrounding her death are still being investigated. Numerous police vehicles, ambulances, and fire engines converged on the site, as responders gathered in the car park area, which was sealed off by the police, reports the Mirror. A witness shared with MailOnline: "There were at least seven police cars and officers were going around taking statements from people. They all looked distraught." Scotland basked in its hottest day for over two years this Saturday, hitting the peak of the summer's third heatwave. Aviemore saw temperatures reach a scorching 30C, a level not witnessed since June 2023. The Met Office has indicated that this heatwave could surpass the previous one in duration and spread across a wider area of Scotland. With the TRNSMT festival happening in Glasgow this weekend, health officials have been advising attendees to exercise caution amidst the sweltering conditions. Dr Emilia Crichton, Director of Public Health at NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde, encouraged members of the public to stay properly hydrated and protect themselves from the sun's rays to avoid sunburn and heat-related illness during the event. A Police Scotland spokesperson confirmed: "Around 12.35pm on Saturday, 12 July, 2025, police received a report a 63-year-old woman had fallen near Campsie Glen Waterfall Car Park. "Emergency services attended and the woman died at the scene. Her family is aware and enquiries are ongoing to establish the full circumstances. Emergency services remain in attendance." The Forestry and Land Scotland website describes the scenic location: "From the pretty village of Clachan of Campsie, with its historic church, wind along grassy slopes into the Campsie Glen. Wander along the path beside the Kirk Burn, or stop for a feed at one of the many picturesque picnic spots beneath the trees. "For a more energetic outing, follow the path behind Clachan of Campsie that forks steeply uphill from the burn to reach a car park on the B822 with lovely views into the glen. From here you can choose a path around the hill to see waterfalls along the burn below or carry on climbing along a steep, rough trail to reach the ridge of the Campsie Fells above."
Daily Mirror
13-07-2025
- Climate
- Daily Mirror
Woman dies in horror fall at UK waterfall in front of 'distraught' crowd
A woman died after falling at a beauty spot on one of the hottest days in Scotland for two years - emergency services raced to waterfalls at Campsie Glen in East Dunbartonshire on Saturday afternoon A woman tragically lost her life after a fall at a Scottish beauty spot on what was one of the warmest days Scotland has seen in two years. Emergency services were called to the waterfalls at Campsie Glen in East Dunbartonshire, north of Glasgow, at approximately 12.35pm on Saturday. The authorities were alerted that a 63-year-old woman had taken a tumble near a car park at the popular location. Despite the swift arrival of emergency services, she sadly passed away at the scene. The exact circumstances surrounding her untimely death are yet to be determined, with investigations currently underway. Images from the scene showed a flurry of police cars, ambulances and fire engines, with responders congregating in the car park. The area was cordoned off by police officers, reports the Daily Record. One witness told MailOnline: "There were at least seven police cars and officers were going around taking statements from people. They all looked distraught." Scotland experienced its hottest day in more than two years on Saturday, marking the peak of the summer's third heatwave. Temperatures soared to 30C in Aviemore, a high not seen since June 2023. According to the Met Office, this current heatwave is set to outlast the previous one and will affect a larger portion of Scotland. Health officials have issued warnings to festival-goers attending the TRNSMT festival in Glasgow this weekend, urging them to take care during the heatwave. Dr Emilia Crichton, Director of Public Health at NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde, urged the public to keep well-hydrated and shielded from the sun to prevent sunburn and sunstroke during the event. A spokesperson for Police Scotland said: "Around 12.35pm on Saturday, 12 July, 2025, police received a report a 63-year-old woman had fallen near Campsie Glen Waterfall Car Park. "Emergency services attended and the woman died at the scene. Her family is aware and enquiries are ongoing to establish the full circumstances. Emergency services remain in attendance." Describing the beauty spot, Forestry and Land Scotland's website states: "From the pretty village of Clachan of Campsie, with its historic church, wind along grassy slopes into the Campsie Glen. Wander along the path beside the Kirk Burn, or stop for a feed at one of the many picturesque picnic spots beneath the trees. "For a more energetic outing, follow the path behind Clachan of Campsie that forks steeply uphill from the burn to reach a car park on the B822 with lovely views into the glen. From here you can choose a path around the hill to see waterfalls along the burn below or carry on climbing along a steep, rough trail to reach the ridge of the Campsie Fells above."
Daily Record
12-07-2025
- Climate
- Daily Record
Woman dies at Scots beauty spot as heatwave sweeps across the country
Police raced to the scene after receiving a report the woman had fallen. A woman has died after falling at a Scots beauty spot on one of the hottest days in Scotland for two years. Emergency crews raced to waterfalls at Campsie Glen in East Dunbartonshire, north of Glasgow, at around 12.35pm on Saturday, July 12. Police had been told the 63-year-old had fallen near a car park at the popular spot. She died at the scene after emergency services arrived. The force confirmed crews are still in attendance. The circumstances surrounding her death are not currently known, but enquiries are ongoing. The area was pictured swarming with police vehicles, ambulances and fire engines, with responders seen gathering in the car park. People who had seemingly flocked to enjoy the weather can be seen among the emergency vehicles watching the scene unfold. The area has reportedly also been cordoned off by police officers. Scotland recorded its warmest day in more than two years on Saturday, as the third heatwave of the summer peaked today. Highs of 30C were recorded in Aviemore, with the mercury last reaching that temperature in June 2023. The Met Office has said the current heatwave will last longer than the one experienced earlier this summer, and will cover a larger part of Scotland. Health bosses have warned revellers heading to TRNSMT festival in Glasgow this weekend to look after themselves amid the heatwave. Director of public health at NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde, Dr Emilia Crichton advised people to stay hydrated and cover up to avoid sunburn and sunstroke throughout the event. Join the Daily Record WhatsApp community! Get the latest news sent straight to your messages by joining our WhatsApp community today. You'll receive daily updates on breaking news as well as the top headlines across Scotland. No one will be able to see who is signed up and no one can send messages except the Daily Record team. All you have to do is click here if you're on mobile, select 'Join Community' and you're in! If you're on a desktop, simply scan the QR code above with your phone and click 'Join Community'. We also treat our community members to special offers, promotions, and adverts from us and our partners. If you don't like our community, you can check out any time you like. To leave our community click on the name at the top of your screen and choose 'exit group'. A Police Scotland spokesperson said: 'Around 12.35pm on Saturday, 12 July, 2025, police received a report a 63-year-old woman had fallen near Campsie Glen Waterfall Car Park. "Emergency services attended and the woman died at the scene. Her family is aware and enquiries are ongoing to establish the full circumstances. " Emergency services remain in attendance.'
STV News
12-07-2025
- Climate
- STV News
Firefighters spend second day battling Perth wildfire as 'extreme' warning issued
Firefighters are spending a second day tackling a wildfire near Perth, amid a heatwave that has seen an 'extreme' wildfire warning issued for much of Scotland. Emergency services were alerted to the blaze near the M90, in the Craigend area of Perth, at 2.17pm on Friday (July 11). Six fire appliances and a specialist wildfire unit were deployed to the scene with police closing the road between Aberdalgie and Craigend. A Scottish Fire and Rescue Service (SFRS) spokesperson said on Saturday that fire crews were still at the scene, where they are working to 'make the area safe'. The blaze comes amid a heatwave that has seen an 'extreme' wildfire warning in force for much of the country, and the SFRS has asked people to avoid using anything involving a naked flame, such as campfires or barbecues. Craigrossie Printing Fire crews battle wildfire for a second day near Perth Temperatures will hit the high 20s in parts of Scotland during Saturday and Sunday. The hot, dry weather comes as the TRNSMT music festival continues through the weekend, with thousands of music fans gathering on Glasgow Green. Central and eastern parts of Scotland are under a warning of an 'extreme' danger of wildfires from Friday through to Monday, and the rest of the country covered from Saturday through to Monday. SFRS group commander Raymond King earlier asked people to exercise 'extreme caution' and to 'think twice' before doing anything involving a naked flame. He said: 'Many rural and remote communities are hugely impacted by wildfires, which can cause significant damage. 'Livestock, farmland, wildlife, protected woodland and sites of special scientific interest can all be devastated by these fires – as can the lives of people living and working in rural communities. 'These fires can also have a hugely negative impact on the environment, and the release of greenhouse gas emissions into the atmosphere.' Earlier in July, parts of the north of Scotland were hit by wildfires on a 'vast scale' which burned for several days, prompting a police investigation. The Met Office has said the current heatwave will last longer than the one experienced earlier this summer, and will cover a larger part of Scotland. Ahead of TRNSMT in Glasgow, NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde urged music fans to stay safe by ensuring they are protected from the sun and stay hydrated. Dr Emilia Crichton, director of public health, said: 'This weekend is looking like a great time to get outside for warmer weather. 'No matter what you're doing, please enjoy the good weather safely by protecting yourself when in the sun, staying hydrated, and having common medicines to hand. 'We know tens of thousands of people will be heading to TRNSMT and we hope everyone has a fantastic time. 'We ask festival-goers to look after themselves and others so everyone can enjoy the event safely.' 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
Daily Record
12-07-2025
- Climate
- Daily Record
TRNSMT warning as NHS bosses urge revellers to keep safe with temperatures to soar
With temperatures set to soar to a blistering 29C today and 27C tomorrow, gig-goers are told to look after themselves and stay hydrated during the heatwave. Thousands of music fans descending on Glasgow Green for Scotland's biggest music festival are being urged to keep safe in the sun. With temperatures set to soar to a blistering 29C today and 27C tomorrow, health bosses warned revellers heading to TRNSMT to look after themselves and stay hydrated during the heatwave. Director of public health at NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde, Dr Emilia Crichton advised people to cover up to avoid sunburn and sunstroke throughout the event. She added: 'This weekend is looking like a great time to get outside for warmer weather. No matter what you're doing, please enjoy the good weather safely by protecting yourself when in the sun, staying hydrated, and having common medicines to hand. 'We know tens of thousands of people will be heading to TRNSMT and we hope everyone has a fantastic time. 'We ask festival-goers to look after themselves and others so everyone can enjoy the event safely.' The Met Office has said the current heatwave will last longer than the one experienced earlier this summer, and will cover a larger part of Scotland. Kilmarnock rockers Biffy Clyro will headline the festival today while Fontaines DC, The Kooks and Sigrid will also play. Indie artist Jake Bugg will play the King Tut's Stage, which will be headlined by Underworld. Gates open at 12pm, with a packed schedule of performances across all four stages. The festival will finish on Sunday night with Northern Irish-Scottish outfit Snow Patrol headlining. American pop artist Gracie Abrams, English singer Jade and Tom Walker will play the main stage too. Line-up Main stage Lucia and The Best Boys: 12.20pm to 12.50pm Alessi Rose: 1.15pm to 1.45pm Miles Kane: 2.10pm to 2.50pm Sigrid: 3.15pm to 4pm Inhaler: 4.30pm to 5.20pm The Kooks: 5.50pm to 6.50pm Fontaines D.C.: 7.30pm to 8.30pm Biffy Clyro: 9.10pm to 10.50pm King Tut's Stage Chloe Qisha: 1pm to 1.30pm Hot Wax: 1.55pm to 2.35pm Brogeal: 3.05pm to 3.40pm Amble: 4.05pm to 4.45pm Biig Piig: 5.25pm to 6.10pm James Marriot: 6.40pm to 7.25pm Jake Bugg: 7.55pm to 8.55pm Underworld: 9.30pm to 10.45pm BBC Introducing Stage Alex Spencer: 1.30pm to 2pm Fright Years: 2.30pm to 3pm The Rooks: 3.30pm to 4pm Welly: 4.30pm to 5pm The Guest List: 5.30pm to 6pm Chloe Slater: 7.10pm to 7.50pm VLURE: 8.40pm to 9.20pm Radio One Dance Stage Eva: 12pm to 1pm Dominique: 1pm to 2pm Hanà: 2pm to 4pm Arielle Free: 4pm to 6pm Hayley Zalassi: 6pm to 7.30pm Jaguar: 7.30pm to 9.30pm Join the Daily Record WhatsApp community! Get the latest news sent straight to your messages by joining our WhatsApp community today. You'll receive daily updates on breaking news as well as the top headlines across Scotland. No one will be able to see who is signed up and no one can send messages except the Daily Record team. All you have to do is click here if you're on mobile, select 'Join Community' and you're in! If you're on a desktop, simply scan the QR code above with your phone and click 'Join Community'. We also treat our community members to special offers, promotions, and adverts from us and our partners. If you don't like our community, you can check out any time you like. To leave our community click on the name at the top of your screen and choose 'exit group'.
