UPDATE: NHS Highland issues health warning in relation to Cannich wildfire
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Local residents and drivers have been warned about potential health dangers of smoke from a Highland wildfire which is still being tackled.
It was reported earlier today that progress was being made in tackling the huge fire close to Cannich in Inverness-shire which has been burning for several days.
Fire crews had to return to the scene again yesterday.
However NHS Highland has now issued a warning about potential impacts for those in the area.
In a post on social media the health board said: As a result of the ongoing wildfire in the Cannich area, residents in areas affected by smoke should stay indoors and keep their doors and windows closed.
"Smoke can irritate air passages, the skin and the eyes, leading to coughing and wheezing, breathlessness and chest pain. It can also worsen existing problems such as asthma, so people should carry their inhaler with them at all times.
"Anyone concerned about their symptoms should contact NHS 24 on 111.
"Motorists who have to travel through the smoke should keep widows closed and switch air conditioning systems to recycle or recirculate air. Whilst we would advise residents in areas affected to stay indoors, if people need to be outdoors, they should try to avoid areas affected by any smoke or ash or to limit the time that they spend in them."
