Emergency services deal with fire on George IV bridge
The road has been closed between Chambers St and Royal Mile
Last updated 24th Aug 2021
Firefighters have been dealing with a blaze on George IV bridge in Edinburgh city centre this morning.
It is still unclear exactly which building is on fire but it appears to be between the Frankenstein bar and Elephant House café.
The road has been closed to traffic and diversions are in place for buses.
A Scottish Fire and Rescue Service spokeswoman said: "We were alerted at 6.18am on Tuesday, August 24 to reports of a building on fire at George IV Bridge, Edinburgh.
"Operations Control mobilised nine appliances and two height vehicles to the scene where firefighters are tackling a fire affecting a number of properties.
"Crews are still in attendance.''
Police Scotland said in a statement: "Our officers are currently assisting the Scottish Fire and Rescue Service dealing with a large fire at George IV Bridge.
"Please be aware that there are numerous road closures in the vicinity of George IV Bridge and Candlemaker Row at present and avoid the area where possible.''
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