Public warned to avoid polluted water at Fife beach

Environmental inspectors have warned the public to avoid entering the water at a beach in Fife due to “localised pollution” in a stream.

The Scottish Environment Protection Agency (Sepa) said water quality in the Kinghorn Burn had been found to be “intermittently poor” during recent testing.

The watchdog said the water, which flows under the town into Kinghorn harbour beach, could be a risk to human and animal health.

A spokesperson for Scottish Water said local water quality issues had been “uniquely complex and challenging”.

Temporary signage has been placed around the beach warning against coming into contact with the water until the quality improves.

Anyone who becomes unwell following contact with the water is asked to seek medical advice from NHS24.