Officers were alerted to reports of a gas canister explosion with crews still on the scene.
Cops have locked down the Christmas Market at St Enoch Square in Glasgow after it was rocked by an explosion.
Officers were alerted to reports of a gas canister explosion this morning, Monday December 5, at around 11am. Emergency crews remain at the scene while officers work to establish the full circumstances. It is understood nearby streets have also been cordoned off the public. There is no information about any casualties at this stage.
A Police Scotland spokesperson said: “We were made aware of an explosion involving a gas canister at St Enoch Square in Glasgow around 11am on Monday, 5 December. “Emergency services are currently at the scene and the area has been closed off while work is ongoing to establish the full circumstances.”READ NEXT: Glasgow Airport lockdown sparked by 'suspicious' item in passenger's bagScots medics probed after elderly patient died in agony following allergic reaction to treatment
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