The Scottish Fire and Rescue Service (SFRS) sent seven fire engines to the site in Inverurie Road, in the Bucksburn area, shortly after 18:30 on Monday.
An SFRS spokesperson said the blaze involved "a quantity of mattresses and other materials" and took around two hours to bring under control. There were no reported casualties.
Aberdeen City Council later said that Bucksburn Household Waste and Recycling Centre had reopened on Tuesday, however its bulky uplift service has been temporarily suspended. The cause of the fire is being investigated.
Firefighters Battle Blaze for Hours
Firefighters were at the scene for more than three hours, battling the blaze that erupted around 6.30pm. Four appliances were initially dispatched to the scene. The fire was brought under control by 8.40pm, but crews remained at the scene for another hour. Suez workers assisted the fire service in extinguishing the flames. The cause of the fire remains unknown.
Smoke Billows Across Aberdeen
Pictures shared on social media last night showed dense black smoke columns rising from the site, and across the sky over Bucksburn. The sheer scale of the fire was evident in the photos, with the giant plume towering over the local landscape.
Recycling Centre Temporarily Closed
The centre is closed off to the public and pedestrians are being turned away near the gates. The cause of the fire is being investigated. The council has said that the bulky uplift service is temporarily suspended due to damage to the Waste Transfer Station.
A City Responds to the Blaze
The incident sparked concern among local residents, with the SFRS advising them to keep windows and doors closed. This was a precautionary measure to minimize potential exposure to the smoke. The fire was a stark reminder of the potential dangers associated with recycling centres, highlighting the importance of proper safety protocols and fire prevention measures. While the blaze was successfully extinguished, it serves as a reminder of the importance of fire safety and the vital role that emergency services play in protecting communities.
