A large fire has broken out at a scrapyard in Glasgow, with local residents reporting explosions ringing out. Emergency services are at the scene of the blaze on South Street in the early hours of Saturday morning, October 10, after it started shortly after 11pm on Friday night.
Fire service response
Scottish Fire and Rescue Service said in a statement: "We are currently in attendance at a large fire affecting a scrap yard on South Street in Glasgow. Operations Control were first alerted at 11.23pm this evening, and we currently have nine fire appliances, two high reach appliances and specialist resources at the scene. There are no reported casualties."
Footage shows smoke billowing into the sky, which has turned red as a result of the flames.
Resident reports and safety advice
One local wrote online: "It’s all kicking off on South Street, been explosions for about 30mins." Another said: "Major fire in Glasgow... near south street - scrap yard up in flames."
Nearby residents are advised to keep their windows and doors closed as a precaution. Those driving through smoke should keep air conditioning off and air vents closed. Members of the public should also avoid the area.
The fire service thanked the public for their support and assistance, noting that a high volume of calls had already been received by Operations Control and further calls were not required at this time.
