A wildfire warning has now been extended across many parts of Scotland until Monday, 5th June as a major Highland fire near Cannich, south of Inverness continues to blaze. Forestry Land Scotland (FLS) suspects the large wildfire, measuring approximately 8km by 8km, was started by wild campers. Firefighters have previously attended fires at the same area on four separate occasions since 23 May. Nine appliances have been needed to control the fire, as well as a helicopter to water bomb the area and today four appliances remain to keep the fire under control. Yesterday two firefighters attending were sent to hospital after their ATV was involved in an accident but they have now been released. Locals are being warned not to walk their dogs near the area and to keep doors and windows closed due to smoke pollution. Significant environmental damage Scottish Fire and Rescue Service (SFRS) Group Commander Niall MacLennan said: “As the warm and dry weather continues, so too does the risk of
People are being warned to take extra care in the countryside as a large wildfire that injured two firefighters in the Highlands continues to burn after a week.
People are being warned to take extra care in the countryside as a large wildfire that injured two firefighters in the Highlands continues to burn after a week.