West Lothian's Woodlands: Bouncing Back from Storms

0:00It's March 31st, from your city to your ears. This is Edinburgh News Today, powered by AI. West Lothian's woodlands, especially around becregs, have been hit hard by back-to-back storms over the past 18 months. Reports of damaged or dangerous trees in the Lin-Lithgow area jumped to 20 in the last three months of 2025, compared to just two of them. Year before, storms like Eawin in January and Amy in early October pack serious punches with high winds toppling trees and branches across parks and trails, summer storms made it worse, as full leaves turned trees into giant sails catching more wind. Counselors noted the big spike, linking it to lingering damage from Eawin that worsened over time. Council teams say it's been tough, but they're grateful. Folks report issues quickly, even multiples, since patrols can't catch everything. Clean up from Eawin wrapped up with timber harvested, now that cash funds replanting and restoration work. Others checked every footpath and mountain by trail, right after Amy, clearing debris

1:03over the next week. Public tips keep things moving, and with sites getting back on track, these woods should bounce back stronger before the next big blow hits.