'Major milestone' in Loch Ness Monster search as 'underwater presence' recorded

The Loch Ness Centre in Drumnadrochit has recorded a "substantial underwater presence" in Loch Lomond that it says could mark a "major milestone" in the hunt for Nessie.

A "significant" finding has been made in the search for the Loch Ness Monster using state-of-the-art technology.

On Wednesday, The Loch Ness Centre in Drumnadrochit revealed that a "sizeable reading" was recently recorded on one of its daily Deepscan cruises. These cruises employ advanced radar technology to explore the waters of the legendary loch.

The radar system is specially designed to detect underwater objects and formations. On an excursion on October 3, it identified a "distinct anomaly" in the loch.

The exact nature of the findings remain under investigation. However, early research has suggested that they could show "substantial underwater presences or potentially large aquatic creatures" on the loch bed.

According to staff, the unusual reading has caught the attention of researchers and enthusiasts alike. With Nessie being one of Scotland's enduring mysteries, The Loch Ness Centre says it could "mark a major milestone" in the search for the beast.

General Manager for The Loch Ness Centre Nagina Ishaq commented: "These radar readings have raised many questions about what lurks in the depths of Loch Ness. Our Deepscan cruise has consistently aimed to deepen our understanding of the loch’s ecosystem, and this finding shows that there are still many unknowns about the loch.

"We are currently working with Loch Ness researchers to conduct further analysis of these readings which hopefully mark a major milestone in the search for Nessie."

The Deepscan cruise uses state-of-the-art technology to investigate the unique underwater environment of Loch Ness. By using sonar and radar systems, a hydrophone, and most recently a cutting-edge holographic camera, it has been able to provide the most detailed understanding of the loch to date.

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As reported by the Daily Record, another "extraordinary" new Loch Ness Monster sighting was recently recorded. Footage captured by Nessie enthusiast Eoin O Faodhagain shows a "black hump" on the surface of the water.

The Loch Ness Centre has encouraged the public and enthusiasts to join in on the continued search for the Loch Ness Monster. More information can be found on The Loch Ness Centre website.

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