From the WTF Watch Desk: Scottish Fire and Rescue Service initially sent nine appliances, two high-reach vehicles and specialist resources to a large South Street scrap-yard fire; four appliances, both high-reach vehicles and specialist resources remained into Saturday night with no casualties reported.
Why this deserves the fire service’s attention
Scrap-yard fires combine fuel complexity, access limits, prolonged smoke exposure and extended resource commitments, requiring deliberate relief, monitoring and public-protection plans across operational periods.
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This report reflects information available on October 11, 2026. Developing items will be updated when official information changes.