Firefighters battle through the night as wildfire burns across Cairngorms National Park
Summary
Firefighters have been working overnight to control a large wildfire that has spread over more than two miles in Cairngorms National Park, Scotland. People living nearby and visitors at campsites and ski resorts have been evacuated, and authorities warn the fire risk remains very high.Key Facts
- The fire started around 11:50 am near Ryvoan Bothy at Nethy Bridge in the Cairngorms National Park.
- The wildfire has spread across more than 3.5 kilometers of dry land.
- Villages, campsites, and ski resorts in the area have been evacuated as a precaution.
- The fire service continues to fight the fire with four firefighting vehicles still at the scene.
- The central Highlands, southern and eastern Scotland currently have a "very high" risk of wildfire.
- Public are advised to avoid Glenmore Forest Park and Loch Morlich during firefighting efforts.
- No injuries have been reported so far from the wildfire.
- Wildlife groups and nearby estates are assisting in firefighting efforts, but some resources like helicopters are unavailable due to fires elsewhere.
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