A bizarre incident unfolded at the University of Edinburgh when a seat in a lecture hall suddenly caught fire, sending plumes of smoke through the room. The unexpected blaze caused alarm among students and staff, though no injuries were reported.
Emergency services rushed to the scene after smoke was spotted billowing from the seat. Firefighters quickly contained the situation, preventing further damage to the lecture hall. The cause of the fire remains under investigation.
Witnesses described a moment of panic as the smoke spread. "It was completely unexpected—one minute everything was normal, the next there was smoke everywhere," said one student.
The University of Edinburgh confirmed that no one was harmed and that classes resumed shortly after the incident. "Safety is our top priority, and we are working closely with authorities to determine what happened," a spokesperson stated.
This unusual event has sparked discussions about fire safety measures in educational institutions. Experts suggest regular checks on electrical fittings and seating materials to prevent similar incidents.
