{"id":466256,"date":"2026-03-09T17:12:10","date_gmt":"2026-03-09T17:12:10","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/uk\/466256\/"},"modified":"2026-03-09T17:12:10","modified_gmt":"2026-03-09T17:12:10","slug":"glasgow-central-station-closed-after-huge-blaze-as-travel-disruption-to-continue","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/uk\/466256\/","title":{"rendered":"Glasgow Central Station closed after huge blaze as travel disruption to continue"},"content":{"rendered":"

Glasgow Central will remain closed with \u201cno estimate on when the station will reopen\u201d after a huge fire broke out at a vape shop on Union Street.<\/p>\n

A fire broke out on the ground floor of a 19th-century commercial building around 3.46pm on Sunday, causing \u201cenormous damage\u201d and the loss of the building\u2019s dome.<\/p>\n

More than 200 firefighters have been involved in the incident, with 18 fire engines and a specialist resource deployed to the scene at the height of the blaze.<\/p>\n

Only the facade of the building at the corner of Gordon Street and Union Street has been left standing.<\/p>\n

Network Rail said Glasgow Central will remain closed until further notice as crews work to cool off hotspots within the stonework and structural engineers assess the stability of the remaining building.<\/p>\n

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No trains will run to or from the high-level platforms at Scotland\u2019s busiest station, while trains that run through the low-level platforms will not call at Glasgow Central.<\/p>\n

Passengers will be able to board and depart at Anderston and Argyle Street stations.<\/p>\n

A multi-agency investigation is set to be undertaken to establish the cause of the incident.<\/p>\n

Superintendent Jackie Dunbar said: \u201cPolice continue to support our emergency partners with their response to this significant incident in the city centre.<\/p>\n

\u201cI would urge people to be mindful of the road closures, plan journeys carefully and to avoid the area if they can bearing in mind that there will be a significant impact on the wider road network.\u201d<\/p>\n

\u2018Enormous damage and disruption\u2019<\/p>\n

First Minister John Swinney, who visited the scene of the fire on Monday morning, said the blaze had caused enormous damage and would lead to significant disruption.<\/p>\n

He said: \u201cThere is a significant incident that has been dealt with here in the city of Glasgow and I\u2019m relieved in all the efforts of our emergency services that there have been no injuries.<\/p>\n

\u201cThere\u2019s obviously a huge amount of disruption for members of the public in the west of Scotland as a consequence of the closure of Central Station and the closure of a number of roads, so there\u2019s a very focused recovery operation under way just now involving all partners.<\/p>\n

\u201cThe disruption from this incident is absolutely enormous because Central Station in Glasgow is the busiest in Scotland \u2013 a huge number of passengers go in and out of the station every day \u2013 and the adjoining roads that are closed will also add to congestion in and around the city.<\/p>\n

\u201cThe government recognises that this is an unexpected and extraordinary incident to affect the city of Glasgow, so there will be numerous businesses affected and we will work with Glasgow City Council to support the council and businesses as part of the recovery operation.<\/p>\n

\u201cThe government will be active supporters of that process, we\u2019ll be financial contributors to that process to make sure we can get the city centre of Glasgow up and running as quickly as we can.\u201d<\/p>\n

Glasgow City Council leader Susan Aitken said the incident could have been \u201cso much worse\u201d without the actions of fire crews.<\/p>\n

\u201cThis is another reminder of just how important Glasgow city centre is to Scotland\u2019s national life\u201d, she said. \u201cIt has no equivalent in terms of economic and cultural impact.<\/p>\n

Thankful there are no casualties but very upsetting to see the damage the major fire has caused to the heart of Glasgow city centre. The priorities of all those working at and behind the scene are keeping everyone safe and supporting those immediately affected<\/p>\n

\u2014 Susan Aitken (@SusaninLangside) March 9, 2026<\/a> <\/p>\n

\u201cEnsuring a swift recovery and longer-term restoration must be a priority for all levels of government in the weeks ahead.\u201d<\/p>\n

A spokesperson for Scottish Fire and Rescue said: \u201cWe were alerted at 3.46pm on Sunday, March 8, to reports of a fire affecting the ground floor of a four-storey commercial building on Union Street, Glasgow.<\/p>\n

\u201cMore than 250 firefighters have been involved in the effort in total to make the area safe since the alarm was raised.<\/p>\n

\u201cAs of this morning, nine fire appliances and three high-reach vehicles remain at the scene.<\/p>\n

\u201cAt the height of the incident, 18 fire appliances and specialist resources \u2013 including a high volume pump drawing water from the River Clyde \u2013 were deployed to the scene.<\/p>\n

\u201cThere are no reported casualties, but the fire has caused extensive damage to the building, including the loss of its iconic dome.\u201d<\/p>\n

\u2018Follow alternative travel arrangements\u2019<\/p>\n

A spokesperson for Network Rail said: \u201cGlasgow Central Station remains closed following the fire in a building on Union Street on Sunday.<\/p>\n

\u201cWhile the fire is now under control, emergency services are still on site, and we continue to support their response.<\/p>\n

\u201cThe station will remain closed today and likely tomorrow. Timescales for reopening will only be confirmed once we are able to safely gain access and carry out the necessary checks.<\/p>\n

\u201cAll services to and from Glasgow Central are currently suspended, and passengers should continue to follow alternative travel arrangements as advised by their train operators.<\/p>\n

\u201cWe will provide further updates as soon as more information is available.\u201d<\/p>\n

\"CrewsSTV NewsCrews remain at the scene as of 6.30am on Monday. STV News<\/p>\n

Monday night\u2019s Caledonian Sleeper service, which departs at 11.40pm, from Glasgow Central to London Euston will instead begin its journey from Edinburgh.<\/p>\n

To help passengers reach their train, Sleeper has arranged complimentary travel, with ScotRail, from Glasgow Queen Street to Edinburgh on the following services:<\/p>\n

21:15 \u2013 Glasgow Queen Street to Edinburgh 21:45 \u2013 Glasgow Queen Street to Edinburgh 22:15 \u2013 Glasgow Queen Street to Edinburgh <\/p>\n

ScotRail warned of substantial disruption to its services and urged passengers to check for the latest information before travelling.<\/p>\n

Mark Ilderton, ScotRail service delivery director, said: \u201cUnfortunately, we will not be able to operate train services in or out of Glasgow Central high level tomorrow following the impact of the major fire near to the station.<\/p>\n

\u201cOur trains, which operate via Glasgow Central low level, will continue to run, but will not stop at the station.<\/p>\n

\u201cWe are sorry to customers for the impact this will cause, and we would urge them to check their journey options before they travel, and we aware there will be very limited replacement transport.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n

\u201cWe will keep customers updated via our social media channels, and you can also visit our website, or use the ScotRail app to find out what services will be operating.\u201d<\/p>\n

\"Credit:Garry F McHarg | Focal ScotlandCredit: Garry F McHarg Garry F McHarg | Focal Scotland<\/p>\n

TransPennine Express said its services would not run between Glasgow Central and Liverpool Lime Street or Manchester Airport on Monday, while trains between Edinburgh and Newcastle\/Manchester Airport will be subject to delays and cancellations in both directions.<\/p>\n

Those with ScotRail tickets are able to travel on Glasgow Subway services.<\/p>\n

Road closures<\/p>\n

Police Scotland has confirmed that a number of road closures will remain in place over the coming days, including Renfield Street at West George Street; St Vincent Street at West Nile Street; West Nile Street southbound from Bath Street; and Broomielaw between Oswald Street and Jamaica Street.<\/p>\n

Vehicles can go over the King George V bridge and turn left onto Broomielaw and Clyde Street westbound, turn right onto Glasgow Bridge and then back over the King George V bridge.<\/p>\n

In a statement on Instagram, a shop called Sexy Coffee said its business, located inside the building, had been destroyed.<\/p>\n

\u201cWe are absolutely devastated to confirm that the shop has sadly been destroyed in the fire,\u201d the statement said.<\/p>\n

\u201cIt is heartbreaking for us and our team, especially after the support and loyalty we have received from so many of you over the years.<\/p>\n

\"Credit:Garry F McHarg Focal ScotlandCredit: Garry F McHarg Garry F McHarg Focal Scotland<\/p>\n

\u201cHowever, we want to reassure everyone that this is not the end. We will rebuild, revamp the shop, and reopen as soon as possible.<\/p>\n

\u201cIn the meantime, our Argyle Street branch remains open, and we would love to welcome you there.<\/p>\n

\u201cThank you to all of our amazing customers for your continued support. It truly means everything to us.<\/p>\n

\u201cWe will be back.\u201d<\/p>\n

The owner of Willow Hair Salon confirmed on social media that her business had also been destroyed, and the Voco Grand Central Hotel was also evacuated.<\/p>\n

Tangible hair salon, which is based at Union Street, confirmed they were one of the businesses affected.<\/p>\n

\u201cA fire took our building today\u201d, they wrote on Instagram. \u201cAs far as I\u2019m aware it\u2019s still burning. All of our businesses are lost. We stood in the street and held each other as we cried and watched everything we\u2019d built destroyed.<\/p>\n

\u201cAs far as we know everyone is safe, everyone is just in shock and devastated.\u201d<\/p>\n

People standing watching at the police cordon spoke of their shock.<\/p>\n

Emma Reid, from Glasgow, said: \u201cIt\u2019s just so sad. It\u2019s such an iconic building. It\u2019s so sad.\u201d<\/p>\n

Rumaisah Imrane, originally from Glasgow but now living in Edinburgh, said: \u201cIt\u2019s terrifying, it looks like the whole building is just gone.<\/p>\n

\u201cIt\u2019s such a beautiful part of the city and Central station is such a lovely building.\u201d<\/p>\n

Carolyn Bowie stopped to watch as her son was one of the firefighters tackling the blaze on Monday morning, having started his shift at 8am.<\/p>\n

She said: \u201cIt\u2019s devastating and a big blow for Glasgow.\u201d<\/p>\n

Shelter Scotland has confirmed its recently upgraded store has been \u201ccompletely destroyed\u201d.<\/p>\n

Director Alison Watson said: \u201cWe are heartbroken by the devastating fire on Union Street in Glasgow yesterday. Crucially, everyone who was in our Union Street shop is safe. The shop was evacuated as soon as the alarm was raised, and our team are now being supported by colleagues.<\/p>\n

\u201cWe have been part of the Union Street community for nine years and our hearts go out to all the businesses and community members that have been impacted. We would also like to extend our sincere thanks to the emergency services whose calm and professional response ensured the safety of everyone present.\u201d<\/p>\n

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