A WAREHOUSE blaze saw dozens of firefighters scrambled to an East Lothian industrial estate in the early hours.
The fire broke out overnight in Musselburgh, resulting in nine fire engines rushing to the scene on Eskmills Road.
It was around 12:15am when fire crews received the call and rushed to the warehouse to tackle the inferno.
The blaze saw around 45 firefighters and an additional height appliance on scene battling the flames.
At around 6:30am, there were reportedly still four fire engines and the height appliance on scene, with the stubborn flames still not put out.
There have been no reported casualties though, with police advising residents to avoid the area while fire crews work.
Police Scotland closed roads from Newhailes Road Roundabout to Inveresk Road to keep people clear of the area and additionally advised that residents avoid windows.
East Lothian Council issued a statement online reading: “The Scottish Fire and Rescue Service continue to be in attendance at a fire within a storage warehouse on Musselburgh’s Eskmills Road/Station Road.
“Emergency services are at the scene with members of the public urged to avoid the area.
“People in nearby homes and businesses are asked to keep windows and doors closed due to smoke levels at the current time.
“The council is liaising with the emergency services and supporting as required. There will be disruption/road closures in the area.
“A number of roads have also been closed from the Newhailes Road Roundabout to Inveresk Road.
“Drivers and pedestrians are urged to avoid the area. Further updates will be posted on the local authority’s website.”
