The gas works in Stornoway will be testing its warning siren on Thursday.

The siren is used to warn people living or working nearby of any potential incidents.

It will be tested on Thursday from 10am. The test will last for a maximum duration of one hour, during which both ‘warning’ and ‘all-clear’ sirens will sound several times.

Tests are routinely carried out every six months at the Stornoway LPG site under government rules.

Dan Brown a spokesperson for SGN (previously Scotia Gas Networks) said: “We carry out these tests every six months because the safety of the Stornoway community is really important to us.

“While the test scheduled at 10am on Thursday 23 January is routine and nothing to be concerned about, it’s important nearby residents and businesses are familiar with the sound of the siren and know what they need to do in case a real incident ever takes place.”

Gas works emergency siren test

22 January 2025