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Glasgow Blaze Engulfs Hotels Near Iconic Nightclub
28 Dec
Summary
- Fire crews battled a major blaze near two Glasgow city centre hotels.
- The fire is believed to have affected buildings above the Polo Lounge nightclub.
- Nearby buildings and a soup kitchen were evacuated as a precaution.
Firefighters are engaged in a major battle against a significant blaze that erupted in Glasgow's city centre on the evening of December 28, 2025. The fire broke out on Wilson Street, with emergency services responding shortly after 6:18 pm. Eleven fire engines were dispatched to the scene, where flames were observed coming from the roof of a building. Reports indicate the fire is located near two hotels, the House of Gods and Revolver Hotel, and is situated above the well-known Polo Lounge nightclub.
As a safety measure, several nearby buildings were evacuated. This included a soup kitchen operated by The Homeless Project Scotland, which confirmed all individuals were safely removed before the facility was temporarily closed. The incident caused significant disruption, with Glassford Street closed to traffic between Ingram Street and Trongate, prompting advice for road users to avoid the area. The scale of the fire drew crowds of onlookers, with smoke plumes visible from a distance.
The fire's timing was notable, occurring less than two hours before a scheduled event at the Polo Lounge featuring TV drag queen Bailey J Mills. The Scottish Fire and Rescue Service confirmed the incident was ongoing as of the latest reports, with crews actively working to contain the flames. The cause of the fire and whether any injuries have occurred remain undetermined at this time.
