Fire crews battling huge blaze on Arthur’s Seat in Edinburgh

Fire crews battling huge blaze on Arthur’s Seat in Edinburgh

Firefighters are currently tackling a significant blaze on Arthur’s Seat in Edinburgh. The fire started near Salisbury Crags around 18:40 on Sunday, producing a large column of white smoke that was visible from as far away as Fife.

Emergency response teams deployed five fire engines to the scene, where crews have been actively working to extinguish the flames. The situation has prompted safety measures, with Police Scotland shutting down Queens Drive to prevent vehicle access in the affected area.

The presence of thick smoke spreading over a wide distance highlights the severity of the fire. Efforts by the fire service continue to focus on bringing the incident under control while ensuring public safety.

Authorities remain on alert, with road closures and firefighting operations ongoing as they address this large-scale fire on the well-known Edinburgh landmark

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