Woman Dies After Fall at Scottish Campsie Glen on Hottest Day

A 63-year-old woman tragically died after falling at Campsie Glen waterfalls, a popular beauty spot in East Dunbartonshire, Scotland, on one of the hottest days in the country in over two years. Emergency services, including police, fire, and ambulance crews, responded swiftly to the incident around 12:35 p.m., but despite their efforts, the woman was pronounced dead at the scene. The car park area near the falls was sealed off while authorities conducted investigations to determine the full circumstances surrounding the fall. Witnesses described the scene as distressing, with responders visibly affected and several police vehicles present. The incident occurred amid a significant heatwave sweeping across Scotland, with temperatures reaching 30C, raising concerns about safety during such extreme weather. Public health officials also issued warnings at the time, advising festival-goers and the public to stay hydrated and protected from the sun during the ongoing heatwave.