EAST Lothian residents have been warned they may experience discoloured, white or brown water today.

Scottish Water has informed its customers living in the Musselburgh area that there is a chance they might have different colours of water coming out of their taps. 

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On social media, Scottish Water sent out an alert at about 10am which said: "Customers in the EH21 Musselburgh area may be experiencing discolouration to their water supply.  

"If you experience brown water, we advise to allow your cold-water kitchen tap to run at a reduced pressure until this runs clear.

"Do not run any other taps or use any water appliances whilst doing so and follow the same process with any other taps affected once the water is clear from your cold-water kitchen tap.

"If you experience white water, this is air trapped in the supply and will clear within 24 to 48 hours.

"We apologise again for any inconvenience and thank you for your patience during this time."

For information and advice, check the Scottish Water website here