Road closed for ten days after Gardenstown home engulfed by flames as woman still missing

A road will be closed in Aberdeenshire for ten days to allow for further investigation after a fire broke out at a house.

Emergency services were called to the blaze near Harbour Road in Gardenstown shortly before 5am on Thursday.

Four fire engines were sent to the scene.

A woman, who was within the building at the time of the blaze, remains unaccounted for.

A man was taken by ambulance to Aberdeen Royal Infirmary. His condition is currently unknown.

Officers say emergency services remain on the scene, and a joint investigation is being carried out with the Scottish Fire and Rescue Service.

Aberdeenshire Council confirmed that Harbour Road will be closed for ten days from Monday after a request from Police Scotland.

Access will be provided for emergency vehicles and those requiring access to properties, but may be subject to delay.

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