UPDATED: Heather fire near Girlsta loch

Four fire appliances are continuing to battle a heather fire near Girlsta loch.

Scottish Fire and Rescue said they were called to the scene at around 9.55am.

As of 12.30pm, fire crews from Lerwick, Sandwick, Brae and Walls were in attendance.

No further details were provided by Scottish Fire and Rescue.

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