Major Incident Declared After Huge Hotel Blaze Rocks Perth
The Scottish Ambulance Service has declared a major incident following a massive fire at the County Hotel in Perth city centre. The alert was raised just before 7am on Monday, 2nd January 2023, as emergency crews rushed to the scene.
Trauma Centres on High Alert as Casualties Expected
A number of trauma centres are now on standby, bracing for multiple casualties. Paramedics and firefighters are scrambling to contain the blaze while searching for people reported missing from the building.
Chaos in Perth City Centre: Road Closures and Traffic Mayhem
Roads including Hospital Street, County Place, Leonard Street, and New Row remain closed as the emergency response continues. Public transport routes are also disrupted, with officials urging residents and commuters to avoid the area if possible.
“The situation is ongoing, and we expect more information to emerge soon,” said a spokesperson for the Scottish Ambulance Service.
Stay tuned for updates as this developing story unfolds.
