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Killin Do-Not-Use Order Persists as Diesel Spill Cleanup Progresses

Authorities say the pollution originated from a petrol station tank damaged during an attempted fuel theft.

Overview

  • Scottish Water has kept Killin’s mains supply offline, telling residents not to use tap water for anything other than flushing toilets, and warns that boiling will not make it safe.
  • SEPA reported Sunday that the east end of Loch Tay is clear with no evident impacts in the River Tay from Kenmore to Aberfeldy, though small pockets of oil may continue to wash downstream.
  • Containment booms and absorbent materials are in place near the source while specialist contractors continue remediation and regulators monitor watercourses.
  • Certas Energy confirmed a damaged tank at the Gulf Lix Toll site after an attempted diesel theft, with investigations ongoing by SEPA, Police Scotland and the Health and Safety Executive.
  • Scottish Water has distributed about 40,000 bottles of water, is tankering to flush the network, and expects disruption to last several days, affecting more than 500 homes and businesses.