'Keep windows and doors closed': Fire crews battle blaze at derelict building

Due to the smoke, residents near Manor Drive and in the Mugiemoss area are asked to keep their windows and doors shut as a precaution.

‘Keep windows and doors closed’: Fire crews battle blaze at derelict Aberdeen buildingiStock

Residents are being urged to keep their windows and doors closed as fire crews battle a blaze at a derelict building in Aberdeen.

Emergency services are on the scene in Manor Drive due to the fire which took place around 6.50pm on Friday.

Due to the smoke, residents near Manor Drive and in the Mugiemoss area are asked to keep their windows and doors shut as a precaution.

Members of the public are being asked to avoid the area.

A Police Scotland statement read: “Manor Drive in Aberdeen is closed due to a fire at a derelict building.

“The incident was reported to police around 6.50pm on Friday, June 13.

“Emergency services are on the scene and the public is asked to avoid the area.

“Due to the smoke, residents near Manor Drive and in the Mugiemoss area are asked to keep their windows and doors shut as a precaution.”

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