Fire leaves house destroyed on Shetland

Four fire engines were sent to tackle the blaze on Shetland

A house in the hamlet of Wadbister on Shetland has been destroyed by a fire.

The emergency services were called at 13:15 and four fire engines were sent to the scene from Lerwick, Sandwick and Brae.

Firefighters used breathing apparatus and hose reel jets to tackle the blaze. The Scottish Fire and Rescue Service confirmed that the stop message was received at 17:53.

It is understood one person was treated for smoke inhalation.