Fire crews return to the Isle of Bute to tackle wildfires

Fire crews are due to return to deal with a series of wildfires on the north side of the Isle of Bute.

A large area of the moorland and forestry have been affected.

A spokeswoman for the Scottish Fire and Rescue service said an appliance had been sent to the scene but returned when darkness fell as it was deemed too dangerous to be on the hills.

She added that the crew would return at first light on Saturday morning "if required".

Local residents have been posting pictures of social media, including SNP minister Michael Russell.

It's the latest in a series of wildfires that have broken out across Scotland in the last week.