A warning over an “extreme” risk of wildfires is in place for much of Scotland as the latest summer heatwave begins to hit the country.
Health authorities and emergency services have urged Scots to stay safe in the hot weather.
Temperatures will hit the high 20s in parts of Scotland during Saturday and Sunday.
The hot, dry weather comes as the TRNSMT music festival is about to begin on Friday and continue through the weekend, with thousands of music fans gathering on Glasgow Green.
Central and Eastern parts of Scotland are under a warning of an “extreme” danger of wildfires from Friday through to Monday, which the rest of the country covered from Saturday through to Monday.
Only low-lying areas with green grass are exempt.
The Scottish Fire and Rescue Service said anything requiring naked flames such as barbeques should only be used with great care.
Group commander Raymond King said earlier: “We are asking the public to exercise extreme caution and think twice before using anything involving a naked flame.
“Many rural and remote communities are hugely impacted by wildfires, which can cause significant damage.
“Livestock, farmland, wildlife, protected woodland, and sites of special scientific interest can all be devastated by these fires – as can the lives of people living and working in rural communities.
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“These fires can also have a hugely negative impact on the environment, and the release of greenhouse gas emissions into the atmosphere.”
Earlier in July, parts of the north of Scotland were hit by wildfires on a “vast scale” which burned for several days, prompting a police investigation.
The Met Office has said the heatwave will last longer than the one experienced earlier this summer, and will cover a larger part of Scotland.
Ahead of TRNSMT in Glasgow, NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde urged music fans to stay safe by ensuring they are protected from the sun and stay hydrated.
Dr Emilia Crichton, director of public health, said: “This weekend is looking like a great time to get outside for warmer weather.
“No matter what you’re doing, please enjoy the good weather safely by protecting yourself when in the sun, staying hydrated, and having common medicines to hand.
“We know tens of thousands of people will be heading to TRNSMT and we hope everyone has a fantastic time.
“We ask festival-goers to look after themselves and others so everyone can enjoy the event safely.”
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