The residents predicted it and the Courier called it.
The long, unkempt grass near the Dundee railway property on Robertson Lane went up in flames on Friday evening, endangering several homes.
Fortunately, residents acted swiftly to quell the flames along with the fire brigade.
The fire apparently started from near an overgrown property and spread rapidly. It was only weeks ago that the concerns of residents were published.
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The Dundee Railway Station has become a haven for vagrants and the neglected state of the premises has made it a fire hazard.
And on Friday, the residents’ fears were realised. Spoornet is yet to react to the concerns.
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