Cairngorm residents say wildfire response 'too slow'
Summary
A wildfire has been burning in the Cairngorms for 10 days, leading to the evacuation of residents in the village of Nethy Bridge after a major incident was declared. Locals say the government's response was too slow and lacked proper communication, while officials state that all possible resources have been used to control the fire.Key Facts
- The wildfire started about 10 days ago and has affected the Cairngorms area in Scotland.
- Residents of Nethy Bridge were evacuated after the fire threatened the village.
- A major incident was declared by authorities only after the fire had been burning for over a week.
- Local people criticized the slow government response and poor communication with those on the ground.
- Firefighters used around 20 fire engines, two helicopters, and bulldozers to fight the fire.
- Local residents said the fire could have been stopped earlier when it was still small.
- Evacuated people were taken to a respite center at Macdonald Aviemore Resort, but some faced accommodation issues.
- The Scottish Cabinet Secretary for Justice said the government is acting based on emergency services’ advice and has asked for military help.
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