Homes and businesses at risk of flooding in parts of Scotland
Homes and business could be hit by flooding in parts of Scotland as heavy rain is set to hit the country.
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Flood alert issued for parts of Fraserburgh
A flood warning has been issued for part of the coast between Fraserburgh and Rosehearty.
Sandbags issued as flooding ‘expected’ in Stonehaven
Sandbags have been made available to homes in Stonehaven preparing for a red flood warning overnight.
Tough new rules coming in for salmon farms
Tough new rules are being brought in for salmon farms after a major study raised concerns about chemicals used to treat sea lice.
Flood warnings in place across parts of Scotland
Flood warnings have been issued after parts of Scotland were hit by heavy rain.
Portlethen residents demand action to clear long-running ‘horrible smell’ in the village
Residents of an Aberdeenshire village attended a fiery public meeting to try and find out who is to blame for a strange stink in the air that has blighted the area for decades.
River Oykel banks burst as residents rescued from properties
Two fire crews are currently assisting residents to safety after the River Oykel burst its banks this morning.
Flooding ‘likely’ as heavy rainfall hits Scotland
Flood alerts are in place across parts of western Scotland as the region gets set for heavy rainfall.
Recycled waste overtakes landfill for the first time
Recycled waste in Scotland has overtaken the amount sent to landfill for the first time, new figures show.
Storm Ali brings severe weather to the Highlands
Storm Ali caused disruption across swathes of the north yesterday as motorists, rail and ferry passengers were hit.
New scheme will help protect flood-hit towns and villages across north and north-east
Flood-hit towns and villages across the north and north-east have had their defences bolstered following the launch of a £420million warning scheme.
Flood warning scheme extended across Orkney Islands
The Scottish Environment Protection Agency (Sepa) has extended its flood warning scheme, helping more communities better prepare for extreme weather.
A suspected outbreak of green algae that is lethal for dogs has been reported in Lerwick
Environmental health has received notification of a suspected growth of blue green algae at Loch of Clickimin in Lerwick.
Farmers told to prepare for a ban on plastic burning
Farmers and crofters have been told to prepare for a complete ban on the burning of plastics and most agricultural waste from the start of next year.
Sepa launch probe after thousands of young salmon trapped in dam gates in Highlands
The Scottish Environment Protection Agency (Sepa) is investigating after thousands of young salmon became trapped in the gates of two hydro dams in the Highlands.
Fly-tipping anger as tyres left beside national park
Environmental officials are investigating after dozens of car tyres were dumped just feet from one of Scotland’s National Parks.
Sepa warns north-east to ‘be prepared’ for flooding
An amber "be alert" flood warning has been issued for parts of the north-east.
Developers of controversial hotel on Thurso site face objections
The prospective developers of a controversial budget hotel on a gap site in Thurso are facing objections about the proposed water treatment system.
Flood alerts issued ahead of thunderstorms across the north and north-east of Scotland
Flood alerts have been issued across the north and north-east of Scotland.
Residents’ disgust at River Ythan pollution
Residents of an Aberdeenshire town have complained about the strong smell of sewage coming from a burn.
Government watchdog launches probe into reports of sanitary products found in Aberdeen park
An environmental watchdog has launched a probe into reports of sanitary products among other detritus found in the polluted waterways of an Aberdeen park.
St Cyrus encampment granted six-month stay of execution to allow for more talks
Councillors have agreed to extend the deadline for the closure of an illegal travellers site at St Cyrus to avoid any “direct action” by the authority and allow time for other “positive” options to be devised.
Flood warnings issued for most of the country as thunderstorms roll in
A Ballater shopkeeper has vowed to stop cars driving through the village high street to protect retailers if it is hit by flash flooding today.
Flood alerts issued across mainland Scotland
Amber flood alerts have been issued for every part of mainland Scotland this afternoon.
Shock as sewage seen leaking into a north-east river
Bathers at an Aberdeenshire beauty spot got a nasty shock after sewage was found to be flowing into the River Dee.
Interactive map reveals water quality at beaches in north and north-east
The thousands who will take to beaches across the north to enjoy the weekend’s warm weather can take a refreshing dip safe in the knowledge that the water quality at several spots has been graded “excellent”.
Beleagured Moray village could soon be eligible for flood defence funding
A flood-hit Moray coastal village could soon be classed as vulnerable by environmental experts enabling it to access funds for protection measures.
Government watchdog poised to investigate ‘awful’ pollution in Aberdeen park
A government environment watchdog could launch an investigation into polluted waterways at a popular Aberdeen park.
Figures show only 35 people convicted of illegal fly-tipping in 15 years across the north of Scotland
Only 35 convictions have been made for illegal fly-tipping offences across the north and north-east in the last 15 years, according to the latest figures.
SEPA withdraws Coul Links objections
Plans to create a “world class” golf course in Sutherland have taken a step forward after a key objector withdrew their concern.
Crime team probe extensive Lochaber fly-tipping
A problem site for illegal fly-tipping in the Highlands is again being investigated by a waste crime team.
Residents spend night on evacuation alert as wind and rain continues in Aberdeenshire
The north east was still feeling the effects of days of snow, wind and rain yesterday, resulting in flooding, fallen trees and further school disruption.