Fire crews are currently battling a blaze at the old Nithbank Hospital in Dumfries as flames rip through the roof, sending plumes of smoke billowing into the sky. Emergency services, including police and fire crews, rushed to the scene on Bankend Street, but there is no information available yet on any potential casualties.
Local residents are advised to steer clear of the area while the situation unfolds. Images from the scene show fire appliances and firefighters working to quell the fire, with the flames clearly visible amidst the thick smoke. The Scottish Fire and Rescue Service is actively dealing with the fire at the former hospital as police urge the public to avoid the vicinity for safety reasons.
A Police Scotland spokesperson issued a statement saying, “The Fire Service have a number of units in attendance at this time. We are asking members of the public to stay away from the area at this time.” The incident is ongoing, and authorities are yet to provide further details. The emergency response is still in progress, and the Scottish Fire and Rescue Service has been contacted for additional information.
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