Crews remain at scene of fire at former hospital building

Fire crews remain at the scene of a blaze that broke out in a derelict hospital in Musselburgh on Saturday.

The Scottish Fire and Rescue Service (SFRS) said it received a report of the fire at the former Edenhall Hospital building at 1.21pm.

Six fire engines were dispatched to the scene, and although the fire has now been extinguished, as at 11pm two engines were still at the site to make it safe.

In a statement posted earlier on X, Police Scotland said Edenhall Road was closed, and that locals were advised to keep doors and windows shut.

“Edenhall Road, Musselburgh is currently closed due to a fire,” the post read.

“Residents are advised to keep windows and doors closed.

Please avoid the area.”