'Controlled explosion' carried out at Glasgow's Buchanan Bus Station
A 'controlled explosion' took place at Buchanan Bus Station in Glasgow after the area was evacuated yesterday.
At approximately 1:10 PM on Wednesday, November 20, authorities were alerted about a possibly suspicious object at the travel center in the city.
Once the alert was issued, emergency teams, consisting of medical personnel, firefighters, and police, hurried to the location. The officers also notified the bomb disposal unit.
(Image: Colin Mearns, Newsquest) Colin Mearns from Newsquest took this photo.
(Image: Colin Mearns, Newsquest)
(Image: Colin Mearns, Newsquest) Last night, just after 9:30 PM, authorities announced that they conducted a 'controlled explosion' at the bus station. Fortunately, no suspicious items were discovered.
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After the event, three individuals were taken into custody for their suspected possession of dangerous weapons.
It is clear that the event is not being classified as a terrorist act. Authorities are currently looking into the situation.
We shared news about a bomb disposal team, which included a robot, being spotted at the location. Just after 5 PM, members of the bomb squad were observed getting ready and gearing up to approach the area.
READ ON: Experts in law enforcement and a bomb disposal robot are present at the bus station due to a 'suspicious package.'
As a result of the incident, the entire bus station was shut down, preventing any buses from arriving or departing.
Additionally, the police restricted access to Killermont Street from West Nile Street to North Hanover Street, Cowcaddens Road from Port Dundas Road to North Hanover Street, and West Nile Street from Killermont Street to Cowcaddens Road.
(Image: Newsquest) Nevertheless, Glasgow City Council has announced that these roads are now open again.
During the event, law enforcement was urging people to stay away from the location.
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Moreover, various transportation services were affected by the incident. This included Stagecoach's X77 route connecting Glasgow and Ayr, along with all ScotRail services operating from Queen Street station.
The city’s subway system was temporarily shut down but reopened at approximately 9 PM.
Glasgow Caledonian University (GCU) announced just after 8:30 p.m. on Wednesday that the campus had been evacuated and shut down as a safety measure.
The university announced at roughly 10:50 PM that police have indicated that faculty and students can return to campus on Thursday, November 21.
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In a message distributed to all employees and students, the university announced: “We are happy to let you know that the police have confirmed our Glasgow campus is safe to resume operations, and it will be fully open starting at 7am.”
Staff and students can come back to campus tomorrow, and all planned classes, meetings, and services will continue as usual.
“We anticipate that the roads leading to vehicles, including Cowcaddens Road, will be open again soon.”
There could still be some travel interruptions, particularly for services that operate out of Buchanan Bus Station. Transportation providers should be able to provide information.
(Image: Newsquest) They stated, “If you couldn't take your car out of the Concert Square multi-storey car park while it was closed, we acknowledge that Glasgow City Council has put parking fees on hold for the duration of the situation, although we don't have all the specifics yet.”
The evacuation of the campus this afternoon will not harm any student's attendance record.
"We truly appreciate your patience, support, and willingness to work together."
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Several local businesses have been impacted as well. The Royal Concert Hall had to cancel its scheduled event, An Audience With Celtic Legends.
A section of the M8 motorway in Glasgow had to be shut down because of the situation at the bus station.
Traffic Scotland temporarily closed the westbound exit ramp at Junction 16 (Dobbie's Loan Interchange).
At 10:46 PM last night, SPT announced that Buchanan Bus Station was back in operation after the incident.
The Buchanan Bus Station is now operational. We appreciate your patience as we begin to restore bus services. Our team is available to help, and we're collaborating with bus operators to bring services and drivers back on track. However, please anticipate some continued disruptions. Thank you for your understanding and support.
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According to a representative, "Buchanan Bus Station has officially reopened."
"Thank you for your patience as we begin to restart our bus services."
Our team is available to help, and we are coordinating with the bus operators to return buses and drivers to their normal schedules. However, please be prepared for some ongoing disruptions.
"We appreciate your patience and support."
A representative from Police Scotland reported that three individuals were taken into custody after an event that occurred at Buchanan Bus Station in Glasgow on Wednesday, November 20, 2024.
At approximately 1:10 PM, authorities were alerted about a possibly suspicious object at the bus station. Police reached out to the Explosive Ordnance Disposal team, and a controlled explosion was conducted. Ultimately, no suspicious items were discovered.
The bus station and nearby structures were cleared out as a safety measure.
Three individuals were taken into custody for having dangerous weapons, and investigations are continuing.
Authorities are making efforts to restore the area to its usual state.
