Firefighters tackle blaze which broke out in alleyway
Firefighters were called to tackle a blaze which broke out in an alleyway in Dingwall on Sunday morning.
The Scottish Fire and Rescue Service was called to the High Street in the town around 6.15am.
The road was closed due to the fire and later reopened around 11am.
STV News A fire broke out on Dingwall High Street on Sunday morning. STV News
Police and fire crews remain at the scene.
Members of the public are thanked for their patience.
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