A cordon has been put in place, with the A89 in the Broxburn area currently closed as well as the canal paths.
The bomb squad have been called to a Scots canal following a report of a suspect item being found in the water.
Emergency crews are currently on the scene at the Union Canal in Broxburn, West Lothian, and the area has been locked down as the Explosive Ordnance Disposal team assess the item. Join the Daily Record's WhatsApp community here and get the latest news sent straight to your messages.A Police Scotland statement said: "The A89 in the Broxburn area is currently closed following a report of a suspect item being found in the Union Canal. The canal paths are also closed.
Top news stories today "Officers are at the scene and a cordon has been put in place. People are asked to avoid the area at this time.Don't miss the latest news from around Scotland and beyond. Sign up to our daily newsletter.
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