A massive blaze has torn through the disused Stoneywood Mill in Aberdeen for the second time in less than six months, prompting residents to keep windows and doors shut due to heavy smoke.
Fire Breaks Out Overnight
The fire erupted at the abandoned paper mill on Stoneywood Terrace around 12:30 am. Emergency services, including the Scottish Fire and Rescue Service, responded with six fire appliances. Photos and footage show bright orange flames and thick black smoke billowing from the structure.
Residents Advised to Stay Indoors
A Scottish Fire and Rescue Service spokesperson said: "Residents on and around Stoneywood Terrace in Aberdeen are being advised to keep windows and doors shut due to heavy smoke from a nearby fire at a derelict building. The incident is ongoing, and we currently have six fire appliances at the scene, including specialist resources." It is unclear whether the blaze has been extinguished or if anyone was hurt.
History of Fires at the Mill
The mill has been disused since entering administration in September 2022. In March, another large fire occurred, leading to charges against three boys. The site also experienced a fire in August 2024. The cause of the latest blaze is not yet known. Police Scotland and the Scottish Ambulance Service have been contacted for comment.
