Firefighters are tackling wildfires in Scotland

Emergency services are working to put out wildfires that have broken out in the north of Scotland.

Firefighters have been dealing with fires for three days after they started near Carrbridge in the Highlands, with another starting near Forres in Moray.

It's after the UK has experienced hot, dry weather, which makes vegetation more vulnerable to catching fire.

Gamekeepers and land managers have been helping emergency services control the blaze, and residents near the area have been asked to keep doors and windows shut to avoid smoke.

According to the Scottish Fire and Rescue Service, firefighters are still working to tackle wildfires across Highland and Moray for the fourth day in a row.

Deputy Assistant Chief Officer Ross Robison said: "The vast scale of these fires has been challenging for our crews over the past four days, particularly because of the strong winds that have caused the fires and smoke to spread further across the landscape."

If smoke is still visible, people living and working nearby have been advised to keep windows and doors closed and several roads have been closed in the affected areas.

Why do wildfires start?

Every year countries around the world are affected by wildfires, including here in the UK.

Hot, dry weather makes the vegetation drier, increasing the risk of setting alight.

Most wildfires are started by humans. Something as simple as dropping litter could start one.

The Fire Service has asked the public to remember not to light fires, stoves or BBQs when it's dry and don't leave litter behind or drop cigarettes.