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Wildfire update [Posted 4.30pm on Monday, 27 July]

Issued by SFRS at 4.30pm on Monday 27 July

Wildfire Tactical Advisor working with a drone operator. (Photo courtesy of the Cairngorms National Park Authorityhoto - Wildfire Tactical Advisor working with a drone operator. (Photo courtesy of the Cairngorms National Park Authority

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Support in place for residents affected by wildfire in Cairngorms National Park
While efforts continue to tackle the wildfire in the Cairngorms National Park, residents are reminded of the support that is in place:

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