Block of flats evacuated after 'hazardous substances' discovered

Emergency services were called to Cadenhead Place, Aberdeen, shortly before 10am on Sunday.

Block of flats in Aberdeen evacuated after ‘hazardous substances’ discoveredSTV News

A block of flats in Aberdeen had to be evacuated after the discovery of potentially hazardous substances inside.

Emergency services were called to Cadenhead Place shortly before 10am on Sunday.

Police remain on the scene but residents have since returned to their homes.

A Police Scotland spokesperson said: “Officers attended a flat in Cadenhead Place, Aberdeen, around 9.55am on Sunday, 25 August, 2024, following the discovery of potentially hazardous substances within.

“A number of properties were evacuated as a precaution, however residents have now returned.

“Emergency services remain at the scene and enquiries are ongoing.”

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