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Underground pipeline in the area local to Finnart Ocean Terminal, Argyll and Bute

The following multi-agency statement is also available on Argyll and Bute Council's website

Petroineos, who own and operate the site have deployed specialists in spill containment and recovery to the area in Glen Fruin where they remain on site. The leak is located in a small area and all residents living in close proximity of the site are aware. SEPA is supporting the response and is on site to ensure all necessary clean up measures are taken.

Investigations are ongoing but there is currently a very low risk to the wider public. A cordon is in place to prevent access to the site. NHS Highland’s Public Health Team is working closely with the council’s Environmental Health Team to assess any implications for a small number of private water drinking supplies.

Partners include, Police Scotland, SEPA, NHS Highland Public Health, Scottish Water and Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park Authority.

SEPA statement

SEPA are supporting the multi-agency response.

Shona McConnell, SEPA Senior Manager – Environmental Performance, said:

“SEPA officers are attending the site today to ensure Petroineos is taking all necessary measures and carry out visual inspections of the water environment. We understand that the pipeline has been depressurised and that containment and clean-up operations are in place.

“We will continue to work closely with partners, including Argyll and Bute Council, to monitor the response and clean up for as long as needed.

“The operator will be required to submit an incident report to SEPA in due course and officers will follow up any regulatory actions as appropriate.”