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Walkers rescued after drinking contaminated water on West Highland Way

Published Thursday, May 21, 2026 · Updated May 21

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Lomond Mountain Rescue was called to two separate incidents within a week on the West Highland Way, where walkers became ill after drinking contaminated water from natural sources. Authorities have issued a public safety warning about the dangers of untreated water, even with filters.

What We Know — Key Points

  • Lomond Mountain Rescue was called out by Police Scotland to two separate incidents within a week on the West Highland Way.
  • Walkers on the West Highland Way required rescue after becoming ill from drinking contaminated, untreated water from natural sources, even when using filters.

What Is Claimed — Perspectives

  • BBC NewsCenter

    The article emphasizes the public safety warning from mountain rescue and park authorities regarding the dangers of drinking untreated water from natural sources, even with filters.

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