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Two Dead, Five Hospitalised After Hyndland Flat Fire in Glasgow

Police say the blaze is not being treated as suspicious, with investigators working to confirm the cause.

Overview

  • Emergency services were called to a block of flats on Hughenden Lane around 10:15pm on Monday, 20 October.
  • Scottish Fire and Rescue Service mobilised nine appliances plus a high‑reach unit, evacuating the building and rescuing residents.
  • Fire crews remained on scene into Tuesday, with attendance concluding at about 4:53pm after the area was made safe.
  • Scottish Ambulance Service sent five ambulances, a paramedic response unit and two trauma teams, taking three patients to Glasgow Royal Infirmary and two to Queen Elizabeth University Hospital, with one treated at the scene.
  • Police cordoned the area, a fire investigation team attended, next of kin for the deceased were informed, and enquiries into the cause continue.