The M90 at Friarton Bridge has been closed in both directions due to a large-scale fire and explosions at a recycling facility in Perth.
The Scottish Fire and Rescue Service has dispatched six fire engines and specialised appliances to the scene, along with a high-volume pumping unit, aerial platforms, and a van from the fire investigation unit. Also present was a Scottish Ambulance Service Special Operations Team (Sort).
At approximately 00:40 this morning, the incident began in the harbour area, with witnesses reporting hearing several loud explosions as the fire spread. Above the motorway carriageways, dense smoke could be seen billowing.
Although diversions are in place, individuals are advised to avoid the area.
There is no word yet on when the M90 will reopen, as emergency crews are currently battling a massive fire.
This morning, Perth residents were awakened by a series of loud explosions as a large-scale fire broke out at an industrial recycling plant in the Lower Friarton harbour area. The M90 was immediately closed in both directions and remains closed as firefighters battle the blaze.
Six fire engines and specialised appliances, including a high volume pumping unit, aerial platforms, and a fire investigation unit van, as well as a Scottish Ambulance Service Special Operations Team, have been dispatched to the scene (Sort). As the fire took hold, thick smoke could be seen billowing across the carriageways of the highway.
There are detours in place, and individuals are advised to avoid the area until further notice. There is currently no word on when the M90 will reopen.
Local residents are advised to exercise caution and maintain vigilance as emergency services continue their response to the incident.
