Multiple Major Fires in Scotland and Essex Engaged Over 50 Fire Crews

Multiple significant fires have been reported in Scotland and Essex, with emergency services responding rapidly to contain the blazes and ensure public safety. In Kilmarnock, six fire engines and two specialist units are battling a large fire at the rear of a commercial building on King Street, with residents advised to avoid the area; no injuries have been reported so far. In Dundee, over 40 firefighters and seven fire engines were deployed to tackle a major fire at a block of flats on Roslin Gardens, with no initial injuries reported as the blaze was brought under control. Meanwhile, in Essex, fire crews responded to a large fire at a former poultry shed on Bardfield Road, successfully preventing the fire from spreading to nearby buildings and fields, though the cause remains under investigation. Fire services in all locations have praised the efforts of firefighters working under challenging conditions, and continue to monitor the scenes for flare-ups. Authorities continue to urge the public to stay clear of affected areas to facilitate emergency operations.