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Search for missing 15-year-old paddleboarder at loch

Edward Mcmaihin A still loch with a sailing boat in the middle of itEdward Mcmaihin
Lochore Meadows Country Park next to Lochgelly in Fife is popular with water sports enthusiasts and dog walkers

Extensive searches are continuing for a 15-year-old boy reported missing while paddleboarding at a Fife loch.

Emergency services were called to Loch Ore in Lochore Meadows Country Park near Lochgelly at about 17.25 on Saturday after receiving a report of concern for a male who had been on the water.

The fire service and coastguard have been involved in the search.

Police Scotland said its inquires were ongoing and asked people to avoid the area if possible.

Temporary air space restrictions have been put in place in the Lochore Meadows area until 09:00 on Monday.

Police said restrictions apply to all aircraft, including drones, and remined the public that it is a criminal offence to fly in a restricted airspace.