Major search launched after reports of concern for a woman in water at Wardie Bay

A major search has been launched following reports of concern for a woman in the water at Wardie Bay in Edinburgh. 

Emergency services were alerted around 2.45pm this afternoon. 

It is understood from locals that the woman was a member of a swimming club and was reported missing following a head count.

Police officers and members of HM Coastguard attended the scene off Lower Granton Road and a search and rescue helicopter was also dispatched. 

The RNLI’s inshore lifeboats from Kinghorn and South Queensferry are also supporting the search. 

A Police Scotland spokesperson said: “We were made aware of concern for a woman in the water near Wardie Bay, Lower Granton Road, Edinburgh around 3.05pm on Tuesday, 3 September, 2024.

“Emergency services are in attendance.”

A spokesperson for HM Coastguard said: “HM Coastguard is coordinating the search for a woman in the water at Wardie Bay, Edinburgh. 

“A report of concern was raised at about 2.45pm on 3 September.  

“The RNLI’s inshore lifeboats from Kinghorn and South Queensferry are supporting, as well as nearby vessels. Police Scotland has been alerted.” 

All photos Alan Simpson