An investigation has been launched after hundreds of dead fish were found in a West Lothian lake.

Footage from Linlithgow Loch showed a large amount of dead fish washed up on the popular trout fishing spot.

Scottish Water and the Scottish Environment Protection Agency (SEPA) said they were aware of the incident and attended the scene on Tuesday 12 November.

The incident is believed to be pollution-related, but investigations are underway to confirm the cause.

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A Scottish Water spokesman said: “We have not found any issues with any of our infrastructure in the area, but we will assist SEPA with any investigation that is carried out.”

A SEPA spokesman said: “SEPA received reports of a number of dead fish found in Linlithgow Loch on November 11 and officers attended the scene the following day.

“We continue to work with partners as we investigate the potential causes of the incident.

“We would like to thank those who submitted reports and encourage anyone concerned about a potential pollution incident to contact SEPA as soon as possible via the Pollution Hotline. 0800 80 70 60 or by submitting an online form at sepa.org.uk/report.”

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