STORY: A wildfire broke out on Arthur's Seat, the extinct volcano overlooking Scotland's capital Edinburgh, on Sunday (August 10), spreading extensively across the landmark which is popular with walkers and tourists and producing smoke visible from miles around.

Arthur's Seat is the highest point of Holyrood Park, near Scotland's parliament and the end of Edinburgh's famous Royal Mile. About 250 metres above sea level, it is a popular vantage point with visitors for its views of the city.

Police advised motorists and pedestrians to avoid the area.

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VIDEO SHOWS: FLAMES AND SMOKE RISING FROM ARTHUR'S SEAT

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SHOWS: EDINBURGH, SCOTLAND, UNITED KINGDOM (AUGUST 10, 2025) (REUTERS- Access All)

1. SMOKE RISING FROM ARTHUR'S SEAT

2. MAN STANDING ON HILL, WATCHING SMOKE FROM ARTHUR'S SEAT

3. SMOKE RISING FROM ARTHUR'S SEAT

4. FLAMES ON ARTHUR'S SEAT, SMOKE RISING