A FLOOD alert has been issued for Dumbarton and the Vale of Leven by the Scottish Environment Protection Agency (SEPA).

A risk of flooding has been reported by the agency across west central Scotland, with the most at-risk areas said to be roads and individual properties.

The alert is set to remain throughout the day and into the night.

The warning comes after days of heavy rain across the area.

A SEPA report said: “Remain vigilant and remember, it is your responsibility to take actions which help protect yourself and your property.

“Advice and information is also available through Floodline on 0345 9881188.”