Edinburgh’s Arthur’s Seat faces heat as fire crews control a blaze and monitor hotspots; locals warned to shield from wildfire risk. A volcanic hill and historic site, it anchors city lore and scenic views.
A grass fire on Arthur’s Seat in Edinburgh has escalated from four to six fire appliances overnight. Crews are tackling hotspots as a Cairngorms wildfire continues to burn. Authorities urge the public to avoid the area while investigations into the cause proceed.