11/07/2014

Giant Tyre Fire Fills Glasgow Sky With Black Smoke

Firefighters in Glasgow have spent the night tackling a blaze at an industrial estate in the west of the city, which has sent think black smoke drifting across the city.

It is understood that fire broke out at about 22:00 on Thursday at a site near Meadowside Street, Renfrew.

75 firefighters fought the blaze overnight, which is now said to be under control.

There are no reports of any injuries in the incident.

An investigation into the cause of the blaze is underway.

(MH/IT)

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