Wildfires

The scene of a wildfire on Arthur's Seat last month (Pic: TSPL)

'Very high' wildfire warning issued for Edinburgh and Lothians

The fire at Salisbury Crags in Holyrood Park overnight

Green spaces under threat amid calls for 'immediate' climate action

Fire crews worked on ensuring that the fire did not spread

Fire crews depart wildfire site near Arthur's seat as road reopens

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‘Landscapes we treasure are becoming increasingly vulnerable’ - Lorna Sla...

Initially contained to two spots, the fire spread in both directions overnight

'Very high' wildfire warning over eastern Scotland extended

Plumes of smoke from Holyrood Park could be seen from passengers on planes arriving at Edinburgh Airport on Sunday night

Fire crews remain in place at wildfire near Arthur's Seat

A view from the rooftop of Summerhall in Edinburgh's south side

Locals 'cleaning ash off garden furniture' after Salisbury Crags fire

Marionville firefighters were first on the scene at last month's fire on Arthur's Seat

'Very high' wildfire warning issued amid dry and warm weather

Gorse fires are common at this time of year.

'Very high risk' wildfire warning issued for Edinburgh area

A ‘very high risk’ of wildfires remains in place for Edinburgh today (Tuesday, August 26)

Residents urged to exercise caution amid very high wildfire risk

The warning, which will remain in place until Tuesday, applies to most of Scotland.

Public urged to avoid using naked flames outdoors as wildfire warning issued

Fire crews were called after flames were spotted ripping through gorse on Arthur's Seat shortly after 4pm on Sunday.

Drone footage shows Arthur's Seat hillside burning over Edinburgh

Arthur's Seat fire: Human activity likely cause, says fire service

‘Extreme risk of wildfires’ warning issued

Overheating Earth pleads for help as emissions drive climate crisis.

Rising temperatures, rising risks: How climate change is driving weather extreme...

Fire crews tackle extensive wildfire on Edinburgh's Blackford Hill
Fire crews are tackling an extensive wildfire on Edinburgh’s Blackford Hill.
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Urgent warning as warm weather brings 'very high' risk of wildfires

A wild fire burns on the Isle of Bute on April 10 in Colintraive on the Isle of Bute (Photo by Jeff J Mitchell/Getty Images)

Wildfires underline threat of climate crisis to Scotland - Lorna Slater

Aerial views show the aftermath after three blazes broke out at March Haigh Reservoir in Marsden.

Moorland damage after raging wildfire revealed in drone video

Despite recent rain, the long arid spell means the ground is hard-baked and will take time to soak up water and replenish supplies

Fire service warns of 'extreme risk' of wildfires over next week

Eco-friendly housing (photo: Adobe)

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Andre 3000 is among the many names who have contributed unreleased songs for a new compilation set to benefit those affected by the Los Angeles wildfires.

Andre 3000 among the artists on compilation to help wildfire victims

Many celebrities have sadly lost their homes in the fires raging in Los Angeles. (Photo: Getty Images)

Watch: Full list of celebrities who have lost homes in LA fires

British tourists in Greece have been slapped with an "emergency alert" as a ferocious wildfire rages across the holiday hotspot.

Watch: Greek firefighters battle wildfires as warning issued

Thousands of people have been evacuated from the island of Tenerife as wildfires spread throughout the island. (Credit: Getty Images)

Breaking Thousands evacuated as wildfires rip through Tenerife

Wildfire rages in a forested area on the Canary island of Tenerife

Tenerife ravaged by ‘worst wildfires’ on record as 1000s evacuated

At least 93 people have been killed by wildfires that have devastated parts of Maui, Hawaii

Maui deaths rise to 93 with warnings of ‘significant’ death toll rise
The Hawaiian governor has warned of a “significant” death toll rise as work is underway to identify victims of the Maui wildfires.
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Wildfires in Maui, Hawaii

At least 36 dead in Hawaiian wildfires - what we know so far

The UK is facing an onslaught of rainy and wet weather - Credit: Adobe

The exact time when wet and rainy weather will stop in the UK

Gran Canaria is the latest holiday destination to be hit with wildfires

Breaking Gran Canaria hit with wildfires - flights now at risk

Shocking video shows luxury hotel before and after devastating Greek wildfires

Shocking video shows luxury hotel before & after Greek wildfires

Charlotte Crosby has asked fans to ‘pray’ for her family

Geordie Shore star begs followers to ‘pray’ for family in Rhodes

No injuries have been reported on Rhodes so far. However, 3,500 people have been evacuated, according to the BBC, with a further 1,200 expected to be moved out.

British family caught up in Rhodes wildfire speak of terrifying ordeal

All TUI flights to Rhodes have been cancelled from Sunday (23 July) to Tuesday (25 July) - Credit: Adobe

Breaking TUI cancels all flights and holidays to Rhodes due to Greece wildfires

All flights due to make the journey to Rhodes, Greece are affected by Jet2's announcement - Credit: Adobe

Breaking Jet2 cancels all flights to Rhodes due to Greece wildfires

Tourists are evacuated from hotels during a wildfire on the Greek island of Rhodes on July 22, 2023.

Thousands evacuated from Rhodes homes & hotels as island blaze spreads

Thousands have evacuated their homes due to a wildfire in La Palma

Thousands evacuated from La Palma as wildfire blazes

The New York city skyline and east river shrouded in smoke in Brooklyn as smoke from the hundreds of wildfires blazing in eastern Canada drifted south (Photo: Getty Images)

Breaking Travellers to New York issued urgent warning over flight delays

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This picture shows wildfire smokes near the village of Stavros on the island of Evia (Photo: Getty Images)

Greece travel warning: wildfires forcing people to stay indoors

The blaze at Arthur#s Seat earlier in the year. Pic: SWNS

Arthur’s Seat at risk of wildfire during Easter Weekend mini-heatwave