Major Incident Declared After Huge Blaze Rips Through Perth Hotel
The Scottish Ambulance Service has declared a major incident in Perth following a massive fire at the County Hotel. The alert was raised early Monday morning, around 6.55am on 2nd January 2023.
Multiple Trauma Centres On Standby
Emergency crews are braced for casualties as trauma centres across the region have been put on high alert. Reports say several people are unaccounted for amid the chaos caused by the blaze.
Road Closures and Travel Disruptions Hit City Centre
Fire and emergency teams have shut down key city centre streets, including Hospital Street, County Place, Leonard Street, and New Row. Drivers and commuters are warned to expect major delays.
- Roads around the County Hotel remain closed
- Public transport routes face significant disruption
- Residents urged to avoid the area for their safety
Stay Tuned For Updates
Authorities continue to tackle the blaze and search for those missing. We will bring you fresh developments as they happen.
