“Massive smoke cloud” as derelict building fire tackled by Angus crews

Firefighters were called to tackle a derelict building on fire in Kirriemuir on Thursday.

Black smoke was seen for miles and prompted a number of calls to the fire service.

News of the “massive smoke cloud” was also shared across social media.

The incident happened around 11am at farm buildings at North Mains Road in the Southmuir area.

Three appliances were in attendance and firefighters used two hosereel jets to extinguish the blaze.

Firefighters left the scene around midday.

No-one was in the property at the time.

Police are investigating.