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Glasgow Live
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Laura Ferguson

Major Glasgow fire in recycling centre near Celtic Park as plumes of smoke seen billowing by stadium

A major fire has erupted in a recycling centre near Celtic Park on London Road in the east end of Glasgow this evening.

Images show plumes of smoke billowing up into the sky near the stadium, visible from multiple areas of the city.

The Scottish Fire and Rescue Service confirmed to Glasgow Live they are in attendance with 'several fire engines' at the scene of a building fire.

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The extent of any injuries is not currently known at this time.

Police Scotland confirmed they are assisting with traffic management and asked residents in the area to keep windows and doors closed due to the heavy smoke.

The statement reads: "Officers are in attendance to assist with traffic management following a fire on London Road, Glasgow.

"Motorists are advised to avoid the area as road closures are in place. Local residents should keep windows and doors closed due to smoke."

We'll bring you all the latest updates on this breaking news story as we have them.

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