Roads have been cordoned off as more than fifty firefighters tackle a blaze at an electrical substation in Glasgow city centre. Emergency services went to the scene in West Nile Street, Glasgow, when the alarm was raised at around 4.30pm. Police Scotland have advised motorists to avoid the area. | Daily Record

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Burning heather in Scotland (muirburn) Purpose of muirburn Habitat management: Creates a mosaic of heather at different stages of growth, which provides varied habitats for different wildlife and livestock. Regeneration: Stimulates fresh, nutritious shoots of heather and grass for animals like grouse, deer, and sheep. Biodiversity: Maintains a healthy moorland landscape that is beneficial for a range of upland species. Wildfire prevention: Reduces the amount of dry fuel on the moor, which helps