iStockEmergency services have been called to a wildfire in Perth, which is visible from the M90.
Police and fire crews were alerted to the open blaze in the Craigend area around 3.45pm on Friday.
Officers have closed the road between Aberdalgie and Craigend, and three fire engines have been sent to tackle the flames.
A specialist wildfire unit has also been deployed.
A Scottish Fire and Rescue Service spokesperson said: “Firefighters are currently in attendance at a fire in the open in the Craigend area of Perth.
“This is visible from the M90.
“Operations Control has mobilised three appliances and a specialist wildfire unit to the scene to make the area safe.”
A Police Scotland spokesperson added: “The unclassified road between Aberdalgie and Craigend, near Perth, is closed due to a fire reported to police around 3.45pm on Friday, July 11.
“Emergency services are in attendance, and the public is advised to avoid the area.”
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