In Glasgow city center, a historic building that was destroyed by fire last weekend has experienced further collapse, according to Glasgow City Council. The structure suffered additional damage following the initial blaze that engulfed the building on Union Street, leading to partial collapse. The fire originated in a vape shop on Sunday afternoon and quickly spread across four floors.

Due to the incident, Glasgow Central Station had to shut down, and although some train services have resumed, the station remains affected. The council now states that the remaining part of the Victorian building is “seriously compromised,” as reported by the Daily Record.

Raymond Barlow, the city’s head of building standards, mentioned that there had been significant collapses during and after the fire, with the latest incident involving the southern gable of the structure. The building’s current state is deemed precarious, as access remains limited while the fire service manages the site.

While the lower level of Glasgow’s Central station has partially reopened for services, the main section will stay closed for the week. Network Rail engineers are set to assess the structure for any potential damage caused by the fire.

Scotland’s First Minister, John Swinney, acknowledged the extensive damage caused by the fire, anticipating substantial disruptions for commuters and businesses in the city center. He assured support for the numerous affected businesses in the area.

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