Major Incident Declared After Blaze Rips Through Perth Hotel
A major incident has been declared by the Scottish Ambulance Service after a huge fire broke out at the County Hotel in Perth. The emergency was raised at 6.55am on Monday, 2nd January 2023.
Trauma Centres on High Alert
Several trauma centres are now on standby, ready to receive casualties from the ongoing blaze. Reports say there are people unaccounted for inside the building, raising fears about the scale of the disaster.
Road Closures and Travel Chaos
Key streets — Hospital Street, County Place, Leonard Street, and New Row — in the city centre have been shut off. Traffic and public transport are heavily affected. Authorities are urging everyone to avoid the area if possible.
More updates to follow as the situation develops.
