Firefighters tackle serious blaze at Perth house

Image source, Stuart Cowper

Image caption, Fire crews were called to the blaze shortly before 06:00

Fire crews are tackling a serious blaze at a house in Perth.

Four fire engines, including an aerial platform, have been at the scene of the blaze in James Street since shortly before 06:00.

Crews with breathing apparatus and Scottish Ambulance Service paramedics were also in attendance.

The property is adjacent to the Perth to Dundee railway line, and trains have been passing at a reduced speed as a result.

James Street between Marshall Place and Canal Street remains closed.