Plumes of smoke seen in capital as Arthur's Seat catches fire
Three fire engines were dispatched to the scene, and one remained overnight to monitor the flames.
news.stv.tvI don’t have live access to current updates in this moment. Here’s what I can share based on recent reporting up to 2025:
- Arthur’s Seat in Edinburgh experienced a large gorse fire in August 2025, with firefighters on scene for extended periods and residents advised to avoid the area.[2][3][6]
- Authorities indicated the blaze affected a large area of gorse on the hillside and that fire crews remained on site for the foreseeable future to dampen hotspots and manage the incident.[3][6][2]
- Early statements suggested the fire was likely started by human activity, though investigations and official updates continued in the days that followed.[6][10]
If you’d like, I can search for the very latest local updates right now and summarize what happened most recently, including any changes in containment status, travel advisories, and impact on visitors to Holyrood Park. Would you like me to pull fresh results?