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Fire Rips Through Derelict Scottish Church
15 Feb
Summary
- Firefighters tackled a blaze at St John's Church on Saturday afternoon.
- The derelict church in Camelon appears almost completely destroyed.
- No injuries were reported, but the fire's cause remains unknown.
A fire dramatically engulfed St John's Church in Camelon on Saturday afternoon, February 14th. Emergency services were alerted to the blaze around 3:30 PM and rushed to the scene. Firefighters worked to douse the flames at the crumbling, derelict building. Shocking images revealed the extent of the damage, with the roof completely collapsed and the interior exposed.
Police Scotland and the Scottish Fire and Rescue Service were in attendance throughout the evening. While the church is permanently closed and no one was injured, the cause of the fire remains unknown. Diversions were put in place on Main Street and Hamilton Street, with residents advised to avoid the area as the situation was ongoing.
Several fire appliances, including a high-reach appliance, were dispatched to the incident. Investigations into the origins of the fire are continuing. The community has been advised to stay clear of the affected area while emergency operations concluded.
