Glasgow East End residents warned due to building blaze
Eskdale House on Wardie Road - which was formerly a homeless shelter but is now derelict - is currently ablaze.
The Glasgow Times previously reported that the following road closure are in place:
Wardie Road from Bogbain Road to Baldinnie Road
Bogbain Road from Shandwick Street to Westerhouse Road
Shandwick Street from Westerhouse Road to Kildermorie Road
Westerhouse Road from Shandwick Street to Bogbain Road may also close intermittently to facilitate the emergency services if required.
Now, the Scottish Fire and Rescue service have told the public to close all windows and doors and to avoid the area due to levels of smoke at the scene.
Taking to X, they said: "We are currently in attendance at a fire affecting a derelict building on Wardie Road in Glasgow.
"There are currently no reported casualties. Due to levels of smoke in the area, we ask the public to avoid the area, and close windows and doors as a precaution."
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