PICTURES: Car destroyed by fire on A9 after 11 car crash

Reports are coming in of a crash on the A9 involving 11 vehicles, one of which was completely destroyed by a fire.

Two casualties were freed from their cars by fire crews using cutting tools, but the extent of their injuries is unknown.

Fire crews were sent from Dingwall, Inverness and Beauly to assist in the incident.

A Scottish Fire and Rescue spokeperson confirmed that no one was in the car which caught fire but said two people were transferred to the care of the Scottish Ambulance Service.

Police Scotland are warning of delays after the collision.

A Statement from the force said: “Drivers are advised to expect delays on the southbound carriageway of the A9 near the Munlochy junction following a multiple vehicle road traffic collision.

“Emergency services are in attendance and no-one is thought to have life threatening injuries. Drivers will face delays and are encouraged to avoid the area and use alternatives routes if possible until recovery is complete.”