A firefighter has died after a blaze at a former division retailer in Edinburgh, Scottish police have stated.
Barry Martin, 38, from Fife, sustained critical accidents whereas combating a blaze on the historic Jenners constructing on Rose Street on Monday.
He had been in a essential situation on the Royal Infirmary of Edinburgh however died right this moment, Police Scotland stated.
Four different firefighters who have been additionally taken to the hospital for therapy and have been subsequently launched.
Two have been handled for burns and two for smoke inhalation.
A police officer was additionally handled for smoke inhalation on the hospital and later launched.
Superintendent David Robertson, of Edinburgh Division, stated: “Our ideas are with the household, pals and colleagues of Barry at this very troublesome time.
“Our enquiries are ongoing to establish the full circumstances.”
More than 100 firefighters tackled the blaze, which was reported round 11.30am.
Witnesses noticed a soot-covered firefighter being helped from the constructing by colleagues.
Scottish First Minister Nicola Sturgeon described the dying as a “terrible tragedy”.
“This is dreadfully sad news,” she tweeted.
“My deepest condolences go to Barry’s family, friends and colleagues.
“This is a horrible tragedy for all who cherished him – but in addition a reminder of the selfless braveness our firefighters reveal within the line of responsibility every day.”
The Scottish Fire and Rescue Service’s interim chief officer said he and his colleagues were “devastated” by the death.
Ross Haggart said: “I communicate for your complete service after I say that we’re all devastated by the lack of Barry and our ideas stay together with his household, pals and colleagues at this deeply distressing time.
“Both Barry’s family and the service have been overwhelmed with the messages of support we have received and we thank everyone for the time they have taken to share these.
“Barry’s household would additionally prefer to thank all of the medical workers who’ve cared for him.”
Mr Martin is the primary Scottish firefighter to die whereas on responsibility since Ewan Williamson, who died after being injured on the Balmoral Bar in Edinburgh in 2009.
Source: information.sky.com”