Union Canal closed following breach between Polmont and Muiravonside

A section of the Union Canal has been closed after heavy rainfall caused a breach near Muiravonside.
By Jonathon Reilly
Published 12th Aug 2020, 12:06 BST
Updated 12th Aug 2020, 12:39 BST
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Scottish Canals has confirmed its teams are on-site to take “necessary steps” to redress the issue, brought about by last night's downpours and thunderstorms.

Members of the public have been asked to stay clear of the affected area 500m east of the A801 between Polmont and Muiravonside until further notice.

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The Union Canal is closed as a result of a breach between Polmont and Muiravonside. Picture: Peter Easton.The Union Canal is closed as a result of a breach between Polmont and Muiravonside. Picture: Peter Easton.
The Union Canal is closed as a result of a breach between Polmont and Muiravonside. Picture: Peter Easton.
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The breach is impacting the Edinburgh to Glasgow railway line. Network Rail is aware of and monitoring the situation.

Visit the Scottish Canals website for updates.

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