RESIDENTS in Edinburgh are being advised to keep their windows and doors closed following a fire in the city centre.
Emergency services responded to reports of a dwelling fire on Jeffrey Street, in the Holyrood area, shortly after 11am on Saturday.
Three appliances and a high reach appliance remain at the location.
The public is being asked to stay clear of the area, and those living nearby have been told to keep windows and doors shut.
A Scottish Fire and Rescue Service spokesperson told STV News: “We were alerted at 11.09am on Saturday, July 26, to reports of a dwelling fire at Jeffrey Street, Edinburgh.
“Operations Control immediately mobilised three appliances and a high reach appliance to the scene and crews remain on scene as they work to make the area safe. No casualties have been reported.
“Members of the public have been advised to avoid the area and residents to keep windows and doors closed to prevent smoke inhalation."
