Firefighters battled a 100-acre wildfire at a scenic beauty spot near Forres on Monday.
Five appliances were called to Culbin Forest that morning at 8.37am, with more than 25 firefighters working together to quell the fire at its height.
A helicopter was also in use by the fire service to spray water over the affected area from above.
The fire raged over an 800 x 500 metre area, with smoke billowing from the forest throughout the day.
The fire service confirmed that the blaze began “to wind down” at around 9pm, but will continue to monitor the area overnight.
Two further appliances will be sent on Tuesday morning as a precaution.
It’s also understood a previous fire was extinguished from the same area on Sunday.
A Scottish Fire and Rescue Service spokesperson, at the time, said: “More than 25 firefighters are currently tackling a wildfire measuring approximately 800 x 500 metres.
“At its height, five fire appliances and specialist resources were mobilised to Culbin Forest, Forres.
“The the alarm was raised at 8.37am on Monday, May 19.
“As a precaution, the public is being asked to avoid the area, and those who live nearby are advised to close windows and doors due to the smoke in the vicinity.”
Public urged to avoid Culbin Forest fire
Police Scotland confirmed there were no injuries reported.
A spokesperson said: “Around 3.10pm on Monday, May 19, we received a report of a wildfire in the Culbin Forest area.
“Emergency services are in attendance and there are no reports of any injuries.
“Members of the public are asked to avoid the area between Nairn and Burghead.”
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