Three articulated lorries went up in flames at a Scottish industrial estate, prompting a significant response from fire crews. The incident occurred at Westfield Industrial Estate on Deerdykes Road in Cumbernauld around 6:15 p.m. on Sunday, April 21. The alarm was raised after thick black smoke was seen billowing into the sky.
The exact cause of the fire remains unknown at this time.
Fortunately, no casualties have been reported, but firefighters from the Scottish Fire and Rescue Service are still at the scene, working to ensure the area is safe.
Video footage shared on social media shows the intensity of the blaze, with large flames and dense smoke filling the air.
A spokesperson for the Scottish Fire and Rescue Service stated: “We were alerted at 6:15 p.m. on Sunday, 21 April to reports of a fire affecting three articulated lorries near Westfield Industrial Estate in Cumbernauld. Operations Control mobilized two appliances to address the fire and crews remain on site.”
“There are no reported casualties,” the spokesperson added.
Emergency services are currently investigating the cause of the fire, and the public is advised to avoid the area while fire crews work to contain the situation and ensure public safety. Further updates will be provided as more information becomes available.
