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Holly Lennon

Firefighters still tackling Kilpatrick Hills wildfire 24 hours on

Firefighters are still at the scene of a large wildfire near Clydebank more than 24 hours on.

More than 30 firefighters in six appliances as well as a helicopter are currently at the site of the blaze.

Scottish Fire and Rescue Service (SFRS) was alerted to the fire near Cochno Road, West Dunbartonshire at 6.40pm on Monday.

Firefighters had to leave the site overnight as it became too dangerous, and returned at 6am on Tuesday.

Teams have worked throughout the day to try and contain and extinguish the fire.

No reported casualties have been reported.

John Miller, deputy assistant chief officer for the west of Scotland, said: "The conditions, windy weather and the terrain mean that this is a challenging incident for our firefighters and partners.

"However, crews continue working to contain and extinguish the fire, and they must be commended for their efforts.

"Additionally, the continued support of our partners, including the support of Police Scotland's helicopter for intelligence and a second helicopter to water bomb, has been invaluable. Our sincere thanks go to them also."

SFRS has warned that the dry weather and windy conditions have contributed to the aggressive spread of fires in all incidents, reports the Daily Record.

A warning that Scotland is at "extreme" risk of wildfire remains in place as several more days of dry and windy weather are forecast.

Mr Miller added: "We would encourage everyone to adhere to the stay at home guidance wherever possible during the ongoing coronavirus outbreak, but if you must travel, please take care in the countryside.

"These types of fires can be started deliberately, or through careless disposal of things such as cigarettes - but the results are equally devastating to wildlife, the environment and communities.

"Additionally, these fires are a completely avoidable draw upon our resources at this difficult time."

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