Glasgow Central: Days of disruption as station closed after fire in neighbouring building

Rail operators have warned there will be days of disruption after a huge fire destroyed a building next to Glasgow Central Station. Flames spread through a B-listed Victorian building neighbouring Scotland's busiest station after the fire began in a vape shop at about 15:45 on Sunday. Network Rail said that while the station had avoided significant damage, it was expected to remain closed on Tuesday for safety inspections. Crews from the Scottish Fire and Rescue Service (SFRS) battled through Sunday night to bring the blaze under control, with18 vehicles on scene. No injuries were reported. ScotRail said no services would operate in or out of the station on Tuesday and that disruption will continue for several days. A Network Rail spokesperson said the fire was now under control, but emergency services were still on site. "Timescales for reopening will only be confirmed once we are able to safely gain access and carry out the necessary checks. "Passengers should continue to follow alternative travel arrangements as advised by their train operators. "We will provide further updates as soon as more information is available." Scores of ScotRail services use both the low level and the