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Yahoo
4 days ago
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- Yahoo
Edinburgh firefighters rush to scene of incident on residential street
Firefighters rushed to the scene of an incident on a residential street in Edinburgh. The incident took place on Wednesday, June 4 around 12.53pm. The Scottish Fire Service received a call for help around 12.53pm. They dispatched three appliances and one special appliance to East Claremont Street. READ MORE: Quick-thinking Edinburgh teen manages to rescue herself before getting help for pal READ MORE: Men of gangland kingpin blame rival gangster for Lyons lieutenant executions Their crews remain in attendance as they respond to the incident. Images from the scene show three fire engines lined up on the quiet residential street beside a block of flats. A spokesperson from Scottish Fire and Rescue said: "The incident is ongoing on East Claremont Street. "We received a call at 12.53pm of a fire in the area. "We dispatched three appliances and one special appliance. No casualties have been reported at the moment." We'll bring you more information and updates on this breaking news story as we get it. In the meantime, follow us on Facebook, Instagram and X for the latest news, what's on, trending stories and sport. Join Edinburgh Live's Whatsapp Community here and get the latest news sent straight to your messages.
Edinburgh Live
4 days ago
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- Edinburgh Live
Edinburgh firefighters rush to scene of incident on residential street
Our community members are treated to special offers, promotions and adverts from us and our partners. You can check out at any time. More info Get the latest Edinburgh Live breaking news on WhatsApp Firefighters rushed to the scene of an incident on a residential street in Edinburgh. The incident took place on Wednesday, June 4 around 12.53pm. The Scottish Fire Service received a call for help around 12.53pm. They dispatched three appliances and one special appliance to East Claremont Street. Their crews remain in attendance as they respond to the incident. Images from the scene show three fire engines lined up on the quiet residential street beside a block of flats. A spokesperson from Scottish Fire and Rescue said: "The incident is ongoing on East Claremont Street. "We received a call at 12.53pm of a fire in the area. "We dispatched three appliances and one special appliance. No casualties have been reported at the moment." We'll bring you more information and updates on this breaking news story as we get it. In the meantime, follow us on Facebook, Instagram and X for the latest news, what's on, trending stories and sport.
Yahoo
15-05-2025
- Yahoo
Edinburgh bar suffers 'significant damage' after blaze tears through building
Bosses at an Edinburgh bar say the building has suffered "significant damage" following a devastating fire. Emergency services rushed to the blaze at Ox 184 on Cowgate shortly after 4pm on Monday, May 12, as smoke could be seen rising from the roof of the popular bar. Firefighters battled the inferno for around four hours and left the scene at 8.30pm with the road remaining closed until Tuesday morning. READ MORE: Edinburgh gangster series uncovered life in one of city's roughest schemes READ MORE: Edinburgh home on mob boss Mark Richardson's street attacked as 'gang war' continues A statement on the bar's social media channels confirmed they were closed until further notice and bosses have now revealed the building suffered significant damage. They also thanked the Scottish Fire and Rescue Service for limiting the spread of the fire but confirmed they will be closed for a while. Taking to Facebook and Instagram they wrote: "As mentioned above, we would like to thank everyone for their kind messages and huge thanks to the amazing Scottish Fire Service teams that worked hard to limit the spread of the fire at Ox 184. "We have however suffered significant damage and will be closed for a while. Will update when we know more." A Police Scotland spokesperson previously said: "Cowgate in Edinburgh has fully reopened following a building fire which was reported around 4.20pm on Monday, 12 May, 2025. "The fire was extinguished and there were no reports of injuries. It is not being treated as wilful." Join Edinburgh Live's Whatsapp Community here and get the latest news sent straight to your messages
Daily Record
14-05-2025
- Climate
- Daily Record
Huge wildfire breaks out near Scots homes as firefighters battle to contain blaze
The huge blaze appears to be worryingly close to the homes. A huge wildfire has broken out behind a housing estate in Aberdeenshire. Firefighters rushed to Newtonhill, Stonehaven where a large area of gorse plants went up in flames shortly after 8.30pm on May 14. The Scottish Fire Service were quickly inundated with calls and there are five fire engines at the scene trying to contain the inferno. Shocking images show giant ferocious orange flames towering above a group of new build houses as thick grey smoke fills the sky. The huge blaze appears to be worryingly close to the homes. The fire comes just hours after the Scottish Fire and Rescue service put an "extreme risk" of wildfires in place across Scotland between May 15 and May 19. Fire chiefs warned that the vast majority of wildfires are started by human behaviour and are urging communities to avoid lighting fires and using naked flames while this warning is in place. Area Commander Michael Humphreys is the SFRS Wildfire Lead and said: "Responsible human behaviour can significantly lower the chance of a wildfire starting. That's why we're urging people to absolutely avoid the use of naked flames, including barbecues, at this time. "It only takes one spark to start a wildfire and things can get out of hand very, very quickly. "Discarded cigarettes and unsupervised campfires pose a significant threat, so it's vital to follow all safety advice when outdoors and to make sure you are familiar with the Scottish Outdoor Access Code at all times." Remote and rural communities, in particular, are impacted by wildfire. Area Commander Humphreys added: "Many rural and remote communities are hugely impacted by wildfires, which can cause significant damage. "Livestock, farmland, wildlife, protected woodland and sites of special scientific interest can all be devastated by these fires - as can the lives of people living and working in rural communities. "These fires can also have a hugely negative impact on the environment and the release of air polluting gases into the atmosphere." The SFRS has an array of wildfire prevention and safety advice on its website. Join the Daily Record WhatsApp community! Get the latest news sent straight to your messages by joining our WhatsApp community today. You'll receive daily updates on breaking news as well as the top headlines across Scotland. No one will be able to see who is signed up and no one can send messages except the Daily Record team. All you have to do is click here if you're on mobile, select 'Join Community' and you're in! If you're on a desktop, simply scan the QR code above with your phone and click 'Join Community'. We also treat our community members to special offers, promotions, and adverts from us and our partners. If you don't like our community, you can check out any time you like. To leave our community click on the name at the top of your screen and choose 'exit group'.
