Fears Glasgow building could collapse after Sauchiehall Street fire

By The Newsroom
Published 23rd Mar 2018, 19:23 BST
Updated 23rd Mar 2018, 20:38 BST
Emergency services have issued a fresh warning that a Glasgow city centre building gutted by a major blaze could collapse.

Firefighters are committed to staying at the scene of the Sauchiehall Street fire for “as long as it takes”.

The fire, which started in Victoria’s nightclub, continues to smoulder.

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There are fears around the structural integrity of the building where the blaze started.

Day 2 of the fire that started in Victoria's Nightclub on Suchiehall St.Day 2 of the fire that started in Victoria's Nightclub on Suchiehall St.
Day 2 of the fire that started in Victoria's Nightclub on Suchiehall St.

Police remain at the scene of the fire working with the Scottish Fire and Rescue Service (SFRS) and have warned the building is still “difficult to access”.

Several road closures and diversions remain in place until further notice.

A police spokeswoman said: “A joint investigation is ongoing to establish the cause of the fire. However, it is not believed to be suspicious at this time.

“The building remains difficult to access due to damage. We continue to work with partners with regards to those businesses in the area which are affected. Please continue to follow the relevant social media accounts in order to receive updates.”