Dunfermline fire: Crews battling blaze at derelict building on Queensferry Road
Fire crews are expected to remain at the scene for some time
Six fire engines and specialist resources are at the scene of a fire affecting a derelict building in Dunfermline.
The Scottish Fire and Rescue Service said it was alerted to the incident on Queensferry Road at 3.07am on Wednesday morning. There are currently no reports of any casualties.
Fire officers said firefighters are expected to be at the scene for some time.
It is advising local residents to keep windows and doors closed due to smoke.
Police Scotland have also issued an update saying Laburnum Road in Dunfermline is closed and emergency services are at the scene. It is urging people to avoid the area.
Buses diverted
There is some disruption to local transport due to the incident. Stagecoach posted on X to announce bus diversions in the area.
It said: “Due to a fire in Pitcorthie the 2/2A will divert via Aberdour Road onto Glen Nevis Drive then Birrel Drive before resuming normal route.
“This means the stops at cottage Inn, King Malcom and Laburnum Road will not be served. Sorry for the inconvenience.”
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