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Metro
18 hours ago
- Metro
Man killed in four-storey blaze with 40 people evacuated from their homes
A man has died and an eight-year-old girl has been left injured after a four-storey building caught on fire. The fire broke out in the early hours of Saturday morning on Scott Street, with a man pronounced dead at the scene. An eight-year-old girl and a 27-year-old man were also taken to hospital. Two firefighters also sustained minor injuries and other blocks of flats nearby were evacuated. Deputy Assistant Chief Officer Andy Girrity of the Scottish Fire and Rescue Service said: 'On arrival, firefighters found the roof of a four-storey residential building well alight. 'Initially, three appliances were mobilised, but due to the severity of the blaze and structural collapses, a total of twelve appliances were involved at the height of the incident. 'Five casualties, including one firefighter injured by falling masonry, were passed into the care of the Scottish Ambulance Service. 'The incident has now been scaled back, and two appliances and one height vehicle remain on scene to dampen down hot spots.' Police Scotland Chief Superintendent Nicola Russel said: 'Our thoughts are with all those affected by this incident. 'Investigations are at a very early stage to establish the full circumstances of what has happened. 'We are conducting a joint investigation with Scottish Fire and Rescue Service.' More Trending John Swinney, First Minister of Scotland and MSP to Perthshire North, said: 'Terribly sorry to hear of the death of a man in the fire in Scott Street, Perth. 'I express my sympathy to his family. Concerned also for the condition of those who are receiving hospital treatment. 'This is a major incident and I am thankful to the emergency services.' Get in touch with our news team by emailing us at webnews@ For more stories like this, check our news page. MORE: Man arrested after Scottish gangsters shot dead in Spanish bar MORE: Hundreds line streets to pay tribute to 'hero' firefighter killed in Bicester blaze MORE: Couple found dead after going camping 'were poisoned by carbon monoxide'
The National
a day ago
- The National
Man dies in Perth fire as girl. 8. man, 27, remain in hospital
A dozen fire engines were sent to the blaze, which was reported at around 1.47am, as Scottish Fire and Rescue Service (SFRS) worked through the night. Police Scotland had previously urged people to avoid the area as they closed Scott Street, South Street and Canal Street. A total of 12 fire appliances were on the scene dealing with structural collapses at the blaze's height. A man was pronounced dead at the scene. An eight-year-old girl and a 27-year-old man were taken to hospital for treatment. READ MORE: Perthshire airspace restrictions in place after man found dead and 3 arrested Two firefighters also sustained minor injuries and received medical attention. Around 40 residents have been evacuated and taken to a respite centre at the nearby Salutation Hotel. Road closures remain in place at Scott Street and South Street. An investigation to establish the full circumstances is ongoing. Chief superintendent Nicola Russell, divisional commander for Tayside said: 'Our thoughts are with all those affected by this incident. 'Investigations are at a very early stage to establish the full circumstances of what has happened. We are conducting a joint investigation with Scottish Fire and Rescue Service. 'As part of our investigations a temporary airspace restriction is place in the Scott Street and South Street areas in Perth until 1pm on Wednesday, June 18, 2025 for security and your safety. Restrictions include drones. You must check if it is legal to fly in your area. Drone users are responsible. It is a criminal offence to fly in restricted airspace. 'A police cordon remains in place and members of the public are asked to avoid the area.' READ MORE: Edinburgh MoonWalk 2025 to be last in capital after 19 years Deputy assistant chief officer Andy Girrity of the Scottish Fire and Rescue Service added: 'On arrival, firefighters found the roof of a four-storey residential building well alight. Initially, three appliances were mobilised, but due to the severity of the blaze and structural collapses, a total of twelve appliances were involved at the height of the incident. 'Five casualties, including one firefighter injured by falling masonry, were passed into the care of the Scottish Ambulance Service. 'The incident has now been scaled back, and two appliances and one height vehicle remain on scene to dampen down hotspots.'
