An underground fire has been smouldering behind houses off Burleigh Street, Coatbridge — North Lanarkshire — prompting emergency services to deploy excavators this week to remove burning embankment waste.
Clearance work continues as authorities warn residents to stay alert.
So far, there are no reported injuries, but the ongoing situation underlines the dangers of subsurface fires and the importance of local vigilance.
Evacuation is not currently needed, but smoke and possible ground shifts could pose a risk.
Local community groups are being asked to report signs of smoke or heat under ground to help fire crews respond rapidly if conditions worsen. #Coatbridge #Lanarkshire #FireAlert #CommunitySafety
