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Firefighters tackle huge warehouse blaze in Glasgow | Firefighters tackle huge warehouse blaze in Glasgow |
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Firefighters are tackling a huge blaze at a warehouse in Glasgow. | Firefighters are tackling a huge blaze at a warehouse in Glasgow. |
The Scottish Fire and Rescue Service (SFRS) were called to the scene at Blochairn Fruit Market in the north east of the city at 03:44. | |
Some local residents have reported hearing explosions. There are no reports of any injuries. | |
A large plume of smoke from the building has led to speed restrictions being put in place for drivers on the nearby M8 motorway. | |
Up to 90% of the two-storey warehouse is thought to be ablaze. | |
Police Scotland said Blochairn Road between Royston Road and Siemens Place has been closed due to the fire. Local diversions are in place. | |
SFRS said 12 fire engines and four aerial appliances had been involved in the operation. | |
Hundreds of traders work at the market, supplying fresh fruit and vegetables and fish to shops and restaurants in the west of the country. |