Digger causes chaos after crashing into gas main in Glasgow

Homes have been evacuated after a digger smashed into a gas main in Glasgow.
By Dale Miller
Published 31st Jul 2019, 18:14 BST
Police have cordoned off the scene in FinniestonPolice have cordoned off the scene in Finnieston
Police have cordoned off the scene in Finnieston

The incident happened today on Kelvinhaugh Street in Finnieston shortly after midday.

Several buildings had to be evacuated, with more than 15 firefighters called to the scene.

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Up to 15 firefighters were called out to the scene in FinniestonUp to 15 firefighters were called out to the scene in Finnieston
Up to 15 firefighters were called out to the scene in Finnieston

Police have cordoned off the section of road.

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It is not yet known how the digger collided with the gas main.

A Scottish Fire and Rescue Service spokeswoman said: "We have sent three appliances to the area.

"A full evacuation is in process."

The digger that collided with a gas main in GlasgowThe digger that collided with a gas main in Glasgow
The digger that collided with a gas main in Glasgow

Dan Brown, a spokesman for gas firm SGN, said in a statement: "Our engineers are on their way to site following reports of third party damage to our gas main in Kelvinhaugh Street.

"We'll be working to investigate the extent of the damage to our network and ensure the safety of the surrounding area."

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