Scotland's most famous loch has dropped to its lowest level in 32 years twice already this year amid dry conditions that have led to water shortages across the Highlands. Loch Ness is 23 miles long and 230 metres (126 fathoms; 755 feet) deep at its deepest point. He added: "Most people wouldn't appreciate just how controlled the Ness system is. He added that releasing water stored further up the system at SSE's Loch Garry and Loch Loyne reservoirs could help alleviate the situation. SSE said it was managing its water use sensitively amid challenging weather conditions, adding that water levels at Loch Loyne and Loch Garry were needed to protect nesting sites of protected birds.

Source: Express June 10, 2023 14:52 UTC