Geological experts inspecting Edinburgh's Arthur's Seat after blaze

Geological Experts Inspect Edinburgh's Arthur's Seat After Blaze

A team of independent geologists are inspecting Arthur's Seat after a blaze on August 10th caused rockfall risks, leading to a prolonged closure of part of the High Road.

The fire, which occurred during the Fringe Festival, burned through the night and is believed to have been caused by "some sort of human behaviour or intervention of some sort", according to a fire chief.

some sort of human behaviour or intervention of some sort

The fire chief noted that dry and warm conditions in Edinburgh at the time likely increased the risk of the fire.

Author's summary: Geologists inspect Arthur's Seat after a blaze.

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