Firefighters brave storm to battle huge blaze at coach depot as buses destroyed by flames

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A huge blaze broke out at a bus depot in Forfar last night.Emergency crews scrambled to JP Coaches' premises at Orchard Loan in Forfar at around 9:30pm last night, Sunday, January 22.It is understood that several coaches were destroyed as fire ripped through the site but there have been no reported injuries.Angus Council announced this morning that school transport in the area has been affected, as the bus company is one of their main providers.A spokesperson said: "School transport has been affected by the fire at JP Coaches yesterday evening, as this is our largest provider."If you know that your child/children use a JP Coach service, we advise that you make alternative arrangements if you can for this morning.

We are currently discussing the impact and alternative arrangements but this is likely to be in place later on this morning."A Police Scotland spokesperson said: “Around 9.30pm on Sunday 21 January, 2024, we received a report of a fire at Orchard Loan in Forfar.

There were no reports of any injuries and enquiries are ongoing.”Scottish Fire and Rescue have been contacted for comment.Get the latest news sent straight to your messages by joining our WhatsApp community today.You'll receive daily updates on breaking news as well as the top headlines across Scotland.No one will be able to see who is signed up and no one can send messages except the Daily Record team.All you have to do is click here if you're on mobile, select 'Join Community' and you're in!If you're on a desktop, simply scan the QR code above with your phone and click 'Join Community'.We also treat our community members to special offers, promotions, and adverts from us and our partners.