Dozens of firefighters tackling Forres wildfire as locals urged to close windows

Dozens of firefighters are tackling a wildfire in Moray, with residents nearby urged to keep windows and doors closed.

More than 25 firefighters are tackling a wildfire in Culbin Forest in Forres after the alarm was raised around 8.37am on Monday.

The fire, which is measuring around 800×500 metres, is being tackled by five fire engines and specialist resources.

Members of the public are being urged to avoid the area between Nairn and Burghead.

There are no reported injuries, police said.

Residents who live nearby are advised to close windows and doors due to the smoke in the area.

A Scottish Fire and Rescue Service spokesperson said: “More than 25 firefighters are currently tackling a wildfire measuring approximately 800 x 500 metres.

“At its height, five fire appliances and specialist resources were mobilised to, after the alarm was raised at 8.37am on Monday, May 19.

“As a precaution, the public is being asked to avoid the area, and those who live nearby are advised to close windows and doors due to the smoke in the vicinity.”

A Police Scotland statement read: “Around 3.10pm on Monday, May 19, 2025, we received a report of a wildfire in the Culbin Forest area.

“Emergency services are in attendance, and there are no reports of any injuries.

“Members of the public are asked to avoid the area between Nairn and Burghead.”