Cairngorms wildfire response 'likely to continue over the coming days', police say

John Swinney says Cairngorms wildfire 'stark reminder' of climate change risks

THE First Minister has thanked the crews battling a large wildfire in the Cairngorms, saying the moment is a "stark reminder" of the risks Scotland faces from wildfires.

Does Scotland have the helicopters it needs to fight wildfires?

A devastating wildfire burning in the Cairngorms has entered its seventh day, as helicopters battle to help stop the spread of the flames.

Swinney to visit Cairngorms wildfire as questions grow over Scotland's fire response

An exclusion zone remains in place at the scene.

'Encouraging signs' for Cairngorms wildfire but response to continue 'for days'

Police have warned the response is set to continue for days as exclusion zones remain in place around Glenmore and Loch Morlich.

Cairngorms wildfire response 'likely to continue over the coming days', police say

The emergency response to the wildfire in the Cairngorms National Park will continue in the coming days, while there have been “encouraging”…

Government to consider dedicated aerial service to tackle wildfires

Firefighters have been tackling a blaze near Aviemore since last week, using helicopters to 'waterbomb' the flames