An update has been provided regarding the closure of Scotland’s busiest railway station, indicating potential extended disruptions for commuters nationwide. Glasgow Central station was shut down due to a severe fire that originated at a vape shop on Sunday afternoon, eventually engulfing the adjacent train station, causing a section of the structure to collapse.

ScotRail swiftly announced the suspension of train services from Glasgow Central for Monday morning, posing challenges during Glasgow’s rush hour with limited alternative transportation options. The closure of Glasgow Central has been extended to Tuesday, with ongoing disruptions anticipated for the following days.

Notably, ScotRail clarified that no services will run to or from Glasgow Central High Level on Tuesday, while routes via Glasgow Central Low Level will operate without stopping at the station. Commuters are advised to utilize Argyle Street or Anderston Station for travel, as numerous routes in western Scotland have been affected by the fire.

ScotRail is actively updating customers on service impacts, refund procedures for unused tickets, and station assistance through its website, app, and social media platforms. Emergency services and Network Rail are assessing the fire damage, with further updates from ScotRail pending.

David Ross, ScotRail’s chief operating officer, acknowledged the closure’s inconvenience and thanked emergency services for their efforts in containing the fire. Crews are still addressing hotspots and assessing the remaining building’s stability with structural engineers.

As of Monday afternoon, firefighting teams remain on-site, investigating the fire’s cause while facing challenges due to extensive damage. The proximity of the incident to railway infrastructure and debris presence has led to the prolonged closure of Glasgow Central Station.