11 Jul 2023 | 08:15 PM UTC
UK: Firefighters responding to structure fire in Glasgows' Shawland area evening of July 11
Firefighters responding to structure fire on Shawland's Kilmarnock Road in Glasgow, UK, evening of July 11. Transport disruptions reported.
Event
Firefighters are responding to a fire on Kilmarnock Road in Glasgow's Shawlands area as of the evening of July 11. The cause of the blaze is unclear. Reports indicate that the fire started in a derelict building around 19:00. Police have cordoned off the area of Kilmarnock Road in both directions, and nearby businesses have been evacuated.
Increased security and localized transport and business disruptions are likely over the coming hours during and after the emergency response as authorities investigate the cause of the blaze.
Advice
Avoid the area. Consider seeking alternative routes to circumvent the impacted area.
