Firefighters are battling a wildfire in the Pentland Hills near Edinburgh, with a “very high” risk warning in place for eastern Scotland. The blaze broke out at Torduff Reservoir on Torduff Road at 5.49pm on Thursday.
Six fire engines were deployed at the height of the incident, with one engine and a specialist wildfire unit remaining at the scene as of 1.45pm on Friday. Residents nearby were advised to keep windows and doors shut due to smoke.
The Scottish Fire and Rescue Service (SFRS) and Scottish Wildfire Forum have issued a “very high” risk of wildfire warning for eastern Scotland from Friday until Monday. They urge people to avoid lighting fires outdoors and to report any sightings immediately by calling 999.
SFRS head of prevention and Scottish Wildlife Forum chairman Kenny Barbour said: “Those in affected areas should avoid lighting outdoor fires and remain aware that even a single spark can quickly escalate, causing widespread damage. Taking simple precautions can help prevent devastating damage.”
