Edinburgh police have confirmed a recovery operation is now underway at Threipmuir reservoir as the search for a man continues.
The local beauty spot was closed off to the public on Wednesday evening as emergency services raced to the scene near Balerno.
Police, fire services and a rescue helicopter had been present at the scene for a number of hours, with officers continuing the search on Thursday.
Speaking on Thursday afternoon, police stated that a man had been seen to "get into difficulties" in the water, but is still yet to be traced.
The area surrounding Threipmuir reservoir remains cordoned off to the public, including the footpath and car park, as teams continue to search for the man.
Although unable to provide an identity at this time, police also confirmed that the man's family are being kept "fully informed" during the operation.
Images have shown police cordons at different entrances to the reservoir, with officers seen patrolling the perimeter.
On Thursday the Pentland Hills regional park advised visitors that Harlaw reservoir and car park remains open, however visitors should not attempt to cross through to Threipmuir.
Chief Inspector Scott Richardson said: “A recovery operation is underway at Thriepmuir Reservoir near Balerno today (Thursday, 15 July) after a man was seen to get into difficulties in the water on Wednesday, 14 July.
“Emergency services responded to the scene around 5.35pm and searches were carried out. These continue today and the man’s family are being kept fully informed.
“Threipmuir Reservoir Car Park on Mansfield Road is currently closed to the public to allow for emergency service access, along with the footpath around the reservoir. We ask that the public avoid the area.”
