Large gorse blaze on Arthur’s Seat brought under control
A large gorse fire on Arthur’s Seat in the centre of Edinburgh has been brought under control by firefighters working through the night.
The blaze was seen spreading rapidly across the hill in the city’s Holyrood Park on Sunday afternoon and police urged people to stay away from the area.
The Scottish Fire and Rescue Service said four appliances and specialist resources were sent to the scene after the alarm was raised, at about 16:05, and two appliances remained at the scene on Monday.
A spokesperson said there were no reported casualties.
Reports suggest people were seen leaving Arthur’s Seat as the fire spread and a large section of Holyrood Park has been closed to pedestrians.
Gorse fires burning on a hill under a darkening sky
Several fires were still burning on Sunday evening
The landmark is near Edinburgh’s historic Old Town and climbing the hill to enjoy views of the city is a popular activity for tourists and locals.
