The Scottish Fire and Rescue Service is currently tackling a large grass and gorse fire near Torduff Reservoir in Edinburgh. The incident has mobilised six fire appliances to the scene as crews work to extinguish the blaze.
Local residents are urged to avoid the area and keep their windows and doors closed because of thick smoke in the vicinity. The smoke poses health risks, particularly for vulnerable individuals, making these precautions important.
Massive Fire Response Operations Control deployed six fire engines to highlight the scale and seriousness of the fire. Firefighters continue their efforts to control the spreading blaze across the grass and gorse landscape near Torduff Reservoir.
Health precautions have been advised to nearby residents to reduce the risk of smoke inhalation. Emergency services have requested that the public steer clear of the affected area to allow firefighters to work safely and to prevent any additional hazards to the community.
Fire officials have indicated that there is currently no need for further alerts to their Operations Control regarding this fire. The focus remains on fully extinguishing the grass and gorse fire to prevent any further spread.
Originally published by UKNIP.
