Clyde Tunnel in Glasgow shut in both directions after ‘ongoing incident'
The Clyde Tunnel has been closed in both directions this afternoon following what police have described as an "ongoing incident".
Police Scotland confirmed the alert was first raised at around 2.45pm on Saturday, July 26, 2025. As of 4pm, the busy route linking Govan and Thornwood in Glasgow's west end remained shut.
Photos from the scene show both police officers and fire crews in attendance. Loals reports have suggested that someone has fallen from a bridge above the tunnel, but this is not confirmed by police.
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Officers are urging drivers to steer clear of the area while emergency services deal with the situation.
A Police Scotland spokesperson said: "The Clyde Tunnel is closed in both directions due to an ongoing incident that was reported around 2.45pm on Saturday, 26 July, 2025. Motorists should avoid the area if possible."
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