A major emergency response is underway after a fire broke out in the Union Square area of Aberdeen, prompting a large deployment of firefighters and emergency services to the busy city center location.
Fire crews were called to reports of smoke and flames emerging from part of the Union Square complex, a well-known shopping and transport hub in Aberdeen. Multiple fire engines, specialist units, and support vehicles were quickly dispatched as firefighters worked to locate the source of the fire and bring it under control.
Upon arrival, emergency personnel began evacuating and securing affected areas while assessing the scale of the incident. Parts of the surrounding complex were temporarily restricted to ensure public safety and allow firefighters to operate without obstruction.
Police also attended the scene to assist with crowd control and traffic management in the surrounding streets, which saw significant disruption as a result of the emergency response. Pedestrians and shoppers were urged to follow instructions from emergency crews and avoid the immediate area while operations continued.
At this stage, officials have not confirmed the cause of the fire or the extent of any damage within the Union Square complex. Investigators are expected to begin a full assessment once the scene is declared safe. There have also been no confirmed reports of injuries, though emergency services remain on site monitoring the situation.
Witnesses in the area reported seeing smoke rising from the building, with some describing a rapid response from fire crews arriving within minutes. The incident attracted attention from shoppers and commuters due to the busy nature of the location.
Authorities continue to urge the public to avoid the area to allow emergency services to carry out their work safely. Further updates on the Union Square fire today in Aberdeen are expected as firefighters continue suppression efforts and officials provide additional information regarding the situation.