Major fire forces closure of Glasgow Central Station

On Sunday, March 8, 2026, a major fire broke out at approximately 15:45 in a four-storey commercial building housing a vape shop on Union Street in Glasgow. The fire resulted in the partial collapse of the Victorian structure, which is adjacent to Glasgow Central Station, Scotland's busiest rail terminal. More than 60 firefighters and up to 12 appliances were deployed to combat the blaze, continuing operations for over 13 hours. Despite the structural damage to the neighboring building, Network Rail reported no significant damage to the railway station itself. As a precautionary measure, all train services were cancelled, with disruptions expected to last at least until Monday evening. No injuries have been reported, and authorities have advised the public to avoid the area.