Fire crews battled new flare-ups in the Cairngorms on Friday. The blaze expanded once more, pushing across extra terrain nearby. Officials cautioned walkers and locals to keep clear from smoldering hillsides. News outlets noted growing concerns over the fire’s growth. Calls increased steadily for the situation to be escalated to major incident status. Emergency teams pressed ahead with suppression operations, but the fight continued on.
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As Cairngorm fire flare again, petition starts demanding 'major incident' status - Strathspey Herald
As Cairngorm fire flare again, petition starts demanding 'major incident' status Strathspey Herald
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Hillside engulfed in flames as Cairngorms wildfire rages after 'flare-up' - STV News
Hillside engulfed in flames as Cairngorms wildfire rages after 'flare-up' STV News
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NEWS: From the Rhinogydd to the Cairngorms, Wildfires Continue to Burn - UKHillwalking
NEWS: From the Rhinogydd to the Cairngorms, Wildfires Continue to Burn UKHillwalking
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Double farm fire callout - DnG24
Double farm fire callout DnG24
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Scotland is burning - we should not be considering new oil fields - The National Scot
Scotland is burning - we should not be considering new oil fields The National Scot