Arthur's Seat blaze likely caused by human activity - fire service
Summary
A fire on Arthur's Seat, a hill in Edinburgh, was likely started by human activity, according to the Scottish Fire and Rescue Service. The fire was quickly spread by dry vegetation, but was brought under control overnight without any injuries reported.Key Facts
- A fire broke out on Arthur's Seat in Edinburgh, Scotland.
- Officials believe human activity likely caused the fire.
- The fire spread rapidly, covering the hill in Holyrood Park.
- The area was evacuated during the fire, with no reported injuries.
- Neil MacLennan from the fire service stated that natural wildfires are rare in Scotland.
- Recent warm and dry summer conditions have increased the risk of wildfires.
- The fire was controlled overnight with four firefighting units responding.
- Arthur's Seat experienced another large fire in February 2019.
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