Massive Blaze Engulfs Glasgow Industrial Estate as Fire Crews Battle Flames

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A large fire broke out early Wednesday morning at an industrial estate in the Kinning Park area of Glasgow, prompting a significant emergency response. The Scottish Fire and Rescue Service (SFRS) was alerted to the incident at 6:46 a.m. after multiple reports from concerned members of the public.

Eyewitnesses reported seeing dense black smoke rising high into the sky, visible from several miles away, including from major roadways such as the Kingston Bridge. Videos and images circulating on social media show intense flames engulfing a structure within the estate as emergency teams arrived on the scene.

The SFRS confirmed that six fire engines were dispatched to tackle the fire, alongside the deployment of an aerial appliance to assist in managing the scale of the blaze. Alarms from the affected building could be heard as the fire rapidly spread through the property.

At this stage, there have been no confirmed reports of injuries or casualties, and the cause of the fire remains unknown. Authorities have not released details regarding the specific function of the building involved, and investigations are expected to follow once the area is secured.

Police Scotland has been contacted for comment, but no official statement has been issued as of the latest update. The situation has caused significant disruption in the area, with visibility affected for commuters using nearby motorways during the morning rush hour.

The Scottish Fire and Rescue Service continues its efforts to bring the fire under control and has urged the public to avoid the vicinity to allow emergency crews to work safely and efficiently. 

Further updates are anticipated as the response continues throughout the day.