Large Fire Incident at Edinburgh Flats
A significant fire erupted at a block of flats located on Restalrig Road South in Edinburgh.
Emergency services were alerted to the blaze at approximately 19:06.
The Scottish Fire and Rescue Service (SFRS) deployed four fire engines along with a specialist height team to manage the situation and they continue to operate at the scene.
Police Scotland confirmed that Restalrig Road South has been closed to traffic, advising motorists to avoid the area.
Details of the Fire
The fire originated in the roof of the flats shortly after 19:00 and subsequently spread throughout the building.
Images captured from the scene depict large clouds of white smoke enveloping the building and rising into the sky.
Authorities report that the fire is currently under control. There is no information available regarding any casualties at this time.
Impact on Local Transport
Lothian Buses announced that several bus routes have been diverted due to the incident.
"Due to a road closure, buses are unable to serve Restalrig Road South and Lochend Avenue and are instead diverted via Sleigh Drive in both directions until further notice."
