The number of people injured in fires in the Highlands are at the lowest level they have been in the last five years.
There has also be no fire-related deaths in the region for the period between April and September, the most up to date figures available.
Fire service bosses will present the encouraging figure to councillors tomorrow.
The service’s area manager John MacDonald said there has been no fire related deaths for the current reporting period from April to September this year.
In his report he said: ” Within the category of fatal accidental dwelling fire casualties, it is very pleasing to note that the figure across Highland for both quarters of the current reporting year remains zero. This aligns with the desire to ensure nobody loses their lives as a result of a house fire.
“Despite this positive report, SFRS personnel across Highland will not become complacent and will continue to work in partnership with other agencies to ensure that those most vulnerable from fire in our communities are identified and that appropriate and targeted prevention activities are delivered.”
Mr MacDonald added: “The number of non-fatal fire casualties as a result of accidental dwelling fires is the lowest figure it has been in Highland for the same reporting period over the past five years.
“Whilst this low figure is most welcome, sadly in the year to date there have been nine non-fatal fire casualties, two of whom required hospital treatment with seven receiving first aid on scene from firefighters and/or paramedics.”
