Glasgow Central Station Fire: Massive Blaze Forces Closure

0:00On March 8th, a massive fire broke out at a vape shop right next to Glasgow Central Railway Station, Scotland's busiest hub. The blaze forced the station to shut down completely, with dozens of train services canceled, and no word yet on when it will reopen. National Rail says the closure will last until further notice, hitting commuters hard on a Sunday evening. Fire crews from the Scottish Fire and Rescue Service jumped into action fast, sending 15 appliances to the scene along with three high reach. Vehicles and even a water rescue team. They are pulling water straight from the riverclad to fight the flames, as the building partially collapsed according to local officials. Large crowds have gathered near the cordons on Ringfield Street and Gordon Street, prompting police to urge everyone to stay clear for safety. It's one of the biggest fires in Glasgow City Center in years, and the smoke is visible from far away, drawing a lot of attention. No casualties have been reported as of 8.30 pm on Sunday, which is a relief amid the chaos.

1:01Train operator ScotRill expects the station to stay closed into Monday morning, while some bus companies like McGills are honoring train tickets on. Select routes to help stranded passengers. Disruption will linger for travelers, so check with your operator for the latest before heading out, as crews continue battling the blaze through the night.