40 evacuated and people injured in major Perth fire
12 crews are on the scene and people are asked to avoid Scott Street, South Street and Canal Street
Last updated 14th Jun 2025
Around 40 people have been forced to leave their homes as firefighters battle a blaze at a four-storey building in Perth.
Several casualties were reported at the fire in Scott Street, while one firefighter was injured by falling masonry.
A dozen fire engines were sent to the blaze, above the Royal Bar in the city which was reported at around 1.47am, as Scottish Fire and Rescue Service (SFRS) worked through the night.
The entire roof looks to be destroyed with terrible damage already visible.
Police have closed off Scott Street, South Street and Canal Street as fire teams tackle flames.
First Minister John Swinney, the MSP for Perthshire North, wrote on social media: "Very concerned to hear of a fire in Scott Street, Perth. Hope everyone is safe."
Local MSP Pete Wishart said: “This has been an horrendous fire in the centre of Perth. My thoughts are with those who have been impacted and I am very much hoping that everybody in the building was able to evacuate safely.
“I would also like to thank the emergency services for their swift response. They are still at the scene and road closures remain in place, so members of the public are advised to avoid the area.”
A Scottish Fire and Rescue Service spokesperson said: "We were alerted at 1.47am on Saturday 14 June, to reports of a dwelling fire at Scott Street, Perth.
"Operations Control initially mobilised three appliances to the scene and on arrival firefighters found the roof well alight on the top-floor of a four-storey residential building.
"A further nine appliances were requested to support the incident and a total of 12 appliances are now in attendance.
"Firefighters remain on scene as they work hard to extinguish the fire affecting a four-storey residential property."
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