A HUGE wildfire has broken out in Cumbernauld with the blaze visible for miles.
The inferno has erupted around Fannyside Loch near Palacerigg Country Park.
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The fire has broken out near Fannyside LochCredit: Brian Finn
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A huge orange glow has filled the night skyCredit: Brian Finn
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The flames are visible from miles awayCredit: Brian Finn
Fire crews are currently on the scene.
The Scottish Fire and Rescue Service said the blaze has prompted a flurry of 999 calls.
A huge orange glow has filled the night sky as the blaze continues to burn.
A spokesperson said: “We are aware of a very visible fire near Fannyside Road in Cumbernauld, North Lanarkshire.
“Members of the public no longer need to alert our Operations Control room as firefighters have been mobilised to both incidents and we are receiving a large number of repeat calls.”
The Palacerigg Community Trust posted a statement on social media regarding the blaze.
A spokesperson for the Trust said: “We are aware of a large fire at Palacerigg.
“The fire is in the area of Fannyside Loch and not currently a danger to any buildings in the country park.
“The Fire Service are on site and we thank them for the very dangerous job they do.
“This is the third fire in our beautiful country park this week.”
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It comes as fire chiefs issued warnings after a spate of wildfires across Scotland.
Blazes have broken put across the southwest as Scotland is hit by an early April heatwave.
A major blaze in Galloway saw campers evacuated by a Coastguard helicopter to escape the raging inferno.
The ferocious fires have sparked a warning by fire chiefs to the public as the warm weather continues.
People in the outdoors have been urged not to use open flames or starting any outdoor fires in case they end up sparking one of the devastating wildfires.
Deputy Assistant Chief Officer Kenny Barbour is Head of Prevention, Protection and Preparedness at SFRS. He said: “Wildfires have the potential to burn for days and they spread through vast areas of land in our countryside, which is devastating for those who live nearby.
“Our firefighters will continue to work with local landowners and other partners to bring these fires under control.
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“As the warm and dry weather continues, so too does the risk of wildfire, and so we are asking the public to exercise extreme caution and think twice before using anything involving a naked flame.
“Responsible human behaviour can significantly lower the chance of a wildfire starting, so it is crucial that people act safely in rural environments and always follow the Scottish Outdoor Access Code.”
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The fire caused a flurry of 999 callsCredit: Brian Finn