It is understood hillwalkers had to be airlifted to safety from Liathach. Picture by Steve Carter Fire crews in the Highlands are using a helicopter to drop water on a heath fire that is threatening properties near Torridon.
Highland Fire and Rescue Service said it was currently dealing with three large heath fires at Dundonnell, Lochaber and Torridon.
The brigade has been tackling the fires since Saturday.
It is understood the blaze also resulted in hillwalkers being airlifted to safety from Liathach, Torridon.
Meanwhile, a number of roads have been closed while firefighters tackle a blaze at Loch Lomond and Trossachs National Park.
Central Scotland Fire and Rescue service said a large area of scrub and gorse was on ablaze at Glengyle, at the northern end of Loch Katrine.
The brigade said it was also using a helicopter to drop water in the area in a bid to douse the flames.
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