Media statement: Crews are tackling large outdoor fire in Thurso Moors - Friday, 11 April
Firefighters are tackling a large fire in Thurso Moors, and local residents are advised to close windows and doors due to smoke.
UPDATE AT 4.15PM ON FRIDAY, 11 APRIL
A Scottish Fire and Rescue Service spokesperson said: “We were alerted at 2.30pm on Friday, 11 April, to reports of a fire in the open in Thurso Moors, near Moorside Avenue, Thurso.
“Operations Control mobilised three fire appliances where firefighters are currently working to extinguish a fire affecting a large area of gorse and heather measuring approximately 250 metres.
“Crews remain in attendance.”
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