Fire crews fought renewed outbreaks in the Cairngorms on Friday. The blaze spread further, pushing across more hillside land. Officials alerted visitors and locals to stay away from smoldering hillsides. News outlets noted rising worries over the blaze’s expansion. Calls grew louder for the situation to be declared a major incident. Emergency teams continued efforts with suppression operations, but the fight was not done.
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As Cairngorm fire flare again, petition starts demanding 'major incident' status - Strathspey Herald
As Cairngorm fire flare again, petition starts demanding 'major incident' status Strathspey Herald
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Hillside engulfed in flames as Cairngorms wildfire rages after 'flare-up' - STV News
Hillside engulfed in flames as Cairngorms wildfire rages after 'flare-up' STV News
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NEWS: From the Rhinogydd to the Cairngorms, Wildfires Continue to Burn - UKHillwalking
NEWS: From the Rhinogydd to the Cairngorms, Wildfires Continue to Burn UKHillwalking
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Double farm fire callout - DnG24
Double farm fire callout DnG24
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Scotland is burning - we should not be considering new oil fields - The National Scot
Scotland is burning - we should not be considering new oil fields The National Scot