HM Coastguard confirmed that its teams have been out searching the coastline.
A major rescue mission has been launched by Coastguard crews after a pile of clothes were discovered on a Scots shoreline.
The discovery of the bundle of women's clothes was made by a member of the public at Silverknowes Beach in Edinburgh on Sunday afternoon. HM Coastguard confirmed that its teams have been out searching the coastline amid fears a woman could be in the water. The items found include a pair of shoes and a dress. It is understood that RNLI Kinghorn are also in attendance.
A statement from South Queensferry Coastguard reads: "Appeal for Information Our team have been out searching the coastline around Silverknowes Beach in Edinburgh this afternoon after a set of clothes was located on the shoreline close to the Boardwalk Beach Cafe. "We are seeking any information if any members of the public may have seen anyone wearing the clothes pictured below in this area around noon today. If you have any information in relation to this incident please call 999 and ask for the Coastguard."
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