Officers are seeking information about a deliberate car fire in Blantyre on August 2, 2026. Emergency services extinguished the blaze, with no injuries reported. Two men on a bicycle, dressed in black and wearing face coverings, were seen nearby. Authorities urge witnesses or motorists with dash-cam footage to assist.
A fire occurred this afternoon at the ‘Speed Queen’ laundrette on Glasgow Road, Blantyre, due to an electrical issue. Emergency services arrived promptly with multiple fire engines. The public is advised to avoid the area for the time being. The incident took place on Wednesday, July 15, 2026.
A major fire erupted early Thursday morning in the former Debenhams building on Princes Street, Edinburgh, causing thick smoke across the city and disrupting public transport. Firefighters battled the flames, while onlookers gathered nearby. The building was slated for redevelopment into a new hotel. No injuries have been reported, and the cause remains unknown.
The A9 reopened after a Tesco delivery lorry fire required a significant emergency response. The road, closed in both directions near Dunkeld for over 11 hours, saw three fire engines tackling the blaze. Fortunately, no injuries were reported, and traffic resumed around 5.40pm on Tuesday.
Glasgow residents awaken this morning to the most horrific scenes after a major fire caused a building to collapse in the city’s Union Street. Scotland’s busiest railway station is closed all day after the major blaze in which part of a building next door to it collapsed last night. There has been significant travel disruption. […]
South Lanarkshire Council warns residents about the dangers of rubbish fires, emphasizing their risks to people and property. These fires are linked to anti-social behavior and can overwhelm emergency services. The council advises responsible waste disposal, maintaining clean bin areas, and reporting fly-tipping. Home fire safety visits are available for high-risk individuals.
Police in Lanarkshire are seeking information about two wilful car fires in Bothwell, with incidents occurring on January 2 and January 5, 2026. Emergency services extinguished the fires, and no injuries were reported. Authorities urge witnesses or anyone with relevant footage to contact them, referencing case number 3222.
Our thoughts are with people in Hong Kong tonight as a horrific fire continues to burn in several tower apartment blocks. At least 36 people have been killed in this shocking, major fire engulfing apartment blocks in the Tai Po district, with 279 people still not accounted for. More than 800 firefighters are at the scene trying […]