A significant fire has erupted at Arthur's Seat in Edinburgh, sending plumes of smoke into the sky that could be seen for miles. The blaze, which broke out on the iconic hill, prompted over 180 emergency calls to the fire service.
Blaze at Edinburgh's Iconic Landmark
Images and videos circulating on social media show thick smoke billowing from the extinct volcano located in Holyrood Park, just southeast of the city centre. Fire crews have been dispatched to the scene to tackle the flames.
Previous Incident
This incident follows a similar fire that occurred on Arthur's Seat on August 10 last year. It is not yet clear what caused the current blaze or if there are any injuries.
Emergency Response
Firefighters are working to contain the fire, which has drawn large crowds of onlookers. Authorities advise people to avoid the area to allow emergency services to operate effectively.
We will provide updates as more information becomes available.
