The areas in Clydebank that could be underwater by 2030

The study has been conducted by Climate Central, an independent organisation of leading scientists and journalists who research climate change and its impact on the public.

The organisation has used current projections to produce a map showing which areas of the country would be underwater by the end of the decade.

The map shows that plenty of coastal areas in Clydebank will lose at least some land to the rising sea levels.

Clydebank area that could be under water by 2030. Credit: Climate Central

Clydebank areas that could be underwater by 2030

This will be a particular problem for communities living along the River Clyde all the way from Renfrew to Dumbarton.

Several important buildings and leisure spots in the area look set to be affected including Golden Jubilee Hospital, Brahebead Shopping Centre, Snow Factor and Renfrew Golf Club.

Major transport links could fall below the annual flood level including runways at Glasgow Airport and the A82.

However, Climate Central admits the calculations that have led to fears of a nightmare scenario include "some error".

It says: "These maps incorporate big datasets, which always include some error. These maps should be regarded as screening tools to identify places that may require deeper investigation of risk."

The maps have been based on "global-scale datasets for elevation, tides and coastal flood likelihoods" and "imperfect data is used".

Somewhat comfortingly, Climate Central adds: "Our approach makes it easy to map any scenario quickly and reflects threats from permanent future sea-level rise well.

"However, the accuracy of these maps drops when assessing risks from extreme flood events.

"Our maps are not based on physical storm and flood simulations and do not take into account factors such as erosion, future changes in the frequency or intensity of storms, inland flooding, or contributions from rainfall or rivers."