FIREFIGHTERS are tackling a wildfire on Blackford Hill in Edinburgh.

The blaze began around lunchtime and crews from two engines are battling the flames on wood and grassland to the south of city beyond Morningside.

The Hermitage of Braid glen and local nature reserve are on the hill, which is adjacent to Braid Hills Golf Course.

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A rescue services spokesman said: “The Scottish Fire and Rescue Service was alerted at 1.04pm to reports of a wildfire on Blackford Hill, Edinburgh."

He added: “Operations Control mobilised two fire engines to the scene and firefighters are tackling the flames.

“There are no casualties.

“Crews currently remain at the scene.”