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Firefighters tackle large blaze near railway station

Fife Jammer Locations A large orange fire on a street being extinguished by fire fighters with a hose with water dousing the flames.Fife Jammer Locations
Fire crews well called to a property near Station Road in Cowdenbeath

Firefighters are tackling a large blaze at a property near Cowdenbeath railway station, which has caused disruption for residents and commuters.

Police Scotland and the Scottish Fire and Rescue Service (SFRS) were sent to the scene on Station Road at about 17:10.

Fire engines from Kirkcaldy, Dunfermline and Lochgelly were dispatched.

ScotRail said the line between Inverkeithing and Cowdenbeath had been blocked by the incident with disruption and delays to services.

Police Scotland said number of properties in the area were evacuated as a precaution.

A force spokesperson added: "Members of the public are advised to avoid the area and residents are advised to remain indoors and keep doors and windows closed."

High Street, Foulford Street and Stenhouse Street were closed but have now been reopened.

Station Road is still closed and emergency services remain at the scene. Police said inquiries are ongoing.

Fife Jammer Locations A large cloud of black smoke fills the sky above a railway station bridge.Fife Jammer Locations
Train services were disrupted at Cowdenbeath railway station