Witnesses have reported seeing “massive” flames from miles outside Inverness as a raging fire engulfs a city-centre shop.

Fire crews were called to M&Co at Academy Street just after 10pm.

At least eight appliances, two height platforms and two water pumps are currently at the scene.

The public have been told to stay away from the area as crews desperately try to extinguish the well-developed flames.

Fraser Grieve, who took a photograph at the scene, said: “Big fire on academy street in Inverness. Hope no one is hurt.”

Jack Munro said: “Big fire in Academy St, Inverness. Can see the flames from my house 4 odd miles away.”