Major fire at Aberdeen garage
Locals are evacuated as firefighters work to put out blaze at Arnold Clark on Girdleness Road.
Six people have been treated for the effects of smoke, following a fire at a garage in Aberdeen.
One of them's been taken to Aberdeen Royal Infirmary.
They were among dozens of residents who were evacuated from their homes on Girdleness Road.
They've been looked after at the nearby Balnagask Community Centre.
The City Council says they don't expect anyone to need rehousing, although there may be a lingering smell of smoke.
The blaze broke out at 5am this morning in the workshop of the Arnold Clark car repair garage.
Around fifty firefighters were involved in the operation to put it out.
The damage has been extensive - they managed to save the office accomodation, but the rest of the building has been completely destroyed.
There are oil tanks and acetylne cylinders on the site - which was one of the reasons people were evacuated from the area.
It's not yet clear how many cars have been damaged in the blaze.
Arnold Clark has released this statement:
"We are aware of serious damage to the site and we are working to establish the full extent of this. It is our absolute priority to help all customers who had cars on site to be mobile again by offering a courtesy car on a like for like basis where possible.
"We understand this is a hectic time of year and we are doing all we can to minimise the inconvenience to those affected. We are working to reduce any disruption to the local community.
"The branch is currently closed however we will endeavour to transfer all appointments to our surrounding sites. At the moment an investigation is taking place and we will provide an update in due course.
"Our staff will contact customers today if their car has been affected and will arrange a temporary replacement vehicle by the end of today. In the meantime, customers with any questions can contact our Customer Services department on 0141 305 8328.
We thank you for your patience at this time."