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Glasgow Central Shut After Union Street Blaze Triggers Partial Building Collapse

Rail operators reroute services in a safety response to the city‑centre fire.

Overview

  • More than 60 firefighters and 15 appliances responded after a blaze was reported around 15:45 in a ground‑floor e‑cigarette shop.
  • The corner dome of the four‑storey, 1851 Category B‑listed building partially collapsed during hours of firefighting.
  • Network Rail says Glasgow Central will remain closed until at least Monday morning for safety checks.
  • Avanti West Coast is accepting LNER tickets between Edinburgh and London King’s Cross, with TransPennine Express suspending links to Liverpool and Manchester Airport.
  • Authorities report no confirmed deaths or serious injuries, with evacuations including the Voco Grand Central Hotel and local businesses such as Sexy Coffee and Willow confirming total loss.