Scots waterways including Forth at risk of 'scarcity' during July heatwave

dailyrecord.co.uk:

Scotland's rivers and reservoirs could be at risk of water scarcity as temperatures continue to soar across the country and Scots make greater use of water than usual to keep cool.

Environment bods at SEPA have issued a warning for 11 areas in the country that could be at risk. Edinburgh Live reports that the Firth of Forth is currently judged to be at a "moderate" rate of scarcity.

The environment body warned last week that conditions were unlikely to improve as dry weather continues, leading to low river and groundwater levels.

While the situation is being closely monitored as always, the impending heatwave is set to continue with temperatures nearing 30c on Tuesday, July 19.