Emergency services attended a fire at a University of Aberdeen building on Don Street on Monday afternoon, with the public urged to avoid the immediate area while crews work and an inquiry into the cause continues.
What happened
Scottish fire and rescue and other emergency teams were called to the scene at around 2.05pm. The building affected is understood to be the university’s Hillhead Centre, which supports student sports. The structure was reported as not in use at the time, as term has ended.
“Emergency services were called to a fire at an empty building currently not in use as term has ended. There are no reports of any injuries. The University’s Security and Maintenance teams are also in attendance.”
The university has confirmed there are no reported injuries. Parts of Don Street have been shut while crews remain on site and investigations are under way to establish the circumstances of the blaze.
Local impact and advice
The fire occurred opposite the Hillhead Student Village; university spokespeople said the student village itself was unaffected. Members of the public were asked to stay away from the area while emergency services continued their work.
- Road closure: Don Street closed around the scene.
- Buildings: Hillhead Centre (currently not in use) impacted; Hillhead Student Village unaffected.
- Injuries: No reported injuries.
| Time | Location | Status |
|---|---|---|
| About 2.05pm | Don Street (Hillhead Centre) | Fire attended; road closed; investigation ongoing |
As investigations continue, residents and road users should allow extra time for journeys in the area and follow any directions issued by emergency services or local authorities. The university’s Security and Maintenance teams were reported to be on site supporting the emergency response.
Further updates are expected as the investigation progresses and when the road reopens. Anyone with information relevant to the incident should contact the emergency services or the university through their established channels.
