Large fire near Tollcross Primary School

An investigation is underway after a large fire in a tenement
building in the Fountainbridge area, near to Tollcross Primary School which
occurred shortly before 5pm last night.

The Scottish Fire & Rescue Service (SFRS) sent a number
of teams – including nine pumps, two height appliances and search dogs, with
police also providing support. SGN gas engineers were also in attendance.

Initial reports suggested there had been an explosion and
debris was evident on the ground outside.

The area is likely to be closed for some time.

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Alasdair Perry, SFRS incident commander, said: “On
arrival, crews were confronted with a well-developed fire and visible
structural damage.

“Firefighters were committed to search the building and
commence both internal and external firefighting.

“We are working with our colleagues in Police Scotland
and a number of other partner agencies to resolve this incident and make the
area safe.

“I would like to thank all the firefighters and control
staff involved in responding to this emergency and also our partners for their
ongoing efforts.

“Due to the concern over the structural integrity of the building it is anticipated that the surrounding streets are likely to remain closed for a period of time.”

Roby Estrella Walsh shared a video with us that was filmed from a neighbouring building.

©2019 Roby Estrella Walsh and reproduced here with permission