Large fire breaks out at Glasgow scrapyard on South Street

Summarised from 2 outlets · Updated 10 Oct, 08:43 · Archive

A large fire has broken out at a scrapyard on South Street in Glasgow's Whiteinch area.

A large fire broke out at a scrapyard on South Street in Glasgow's Whiteinch area late in the evening. Scottish Fire and Rescue were called to the scene at 11.23pm and responded with nine fire appliances, two high reach appliances and specialist resources.

The fire service reported no casualties. A spokesperson urged nearby residents to keep their windows and doors closed as a precaution and advised the public to avoid the area. Motorists driving through smoke were told to keep their air conditioning and air vents closed.

The fire service requested that members of the public refrain from making further calls to Operations Control, saying a high volume had already been received and additional calls were not required. Crews remained in attendance at the scene working to tackle the blaze.

How it is being reported

• LIVE updates as fire crews tackle massive blaze at Glasgow scrapyardA fire has broken out at a scrapyard on South Street in Glasgow's Whiteinch area. Fire crews rushed there late last night and remain in attendance as they continue to fight the blaze.Glasgow Times · 10 Oct, 08:25
• South Street fire LIVE: Huge blaze erupts in Glasgow scrap yard as 'explosions' heardScottish Fire and Rescue are advising the public to avoid the area as crews work at the sceneGlasgow Live · 10 Oct, 01:19

In this story: Glasgow · Whiteinch · South Street · Scottish Fire and Rescue

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