Wildfires hit Scottish Highlands and Islands

Fire crews have been battling forest fires stretching several miles along the outskirts of Fort William amid fears that local residents may have to be evacuated from their homes.

Eight fire engines were at the scene, a few miles north of Fort William, overnight and into Tuesday.

Crews have struggled to get control of the spate of wildfires that have been burning sporadically over the weekend.

The cause of the fire remains unknown but it coincides with the end of the season when moorkeepers are allowed to burn heather to keep it healthy and prevent it growing out of control. (NewsPoint)