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Fire crews rush to Pollok community hub after blaze breaks out at abandoned building

A disused community hub in Pollok has gone up in flames days after concerns were raised about flytipping on the site.

Emergency services rushed to the former home of South West Arts and Music Project (SWAMP) on Lyoncross Road shortly after 6.30pm on Wednesday following reports of a fire.

Four fire engines were dispatched to the scene of the blaze at the disused building.

Read more: Govanhill resident 'humiliated' at 'disgusting' fly-tipping as rats roam the streets

Two crews remain on the scene with the fire since being brought under control.

Locals have said that they raised concerns about the site with the council due to the amount of rubbish being dumped nearby. One person reported furniture among the items dumped.

It's understood that SWAMP moved to a new facility in 2020 leaving the Lyoncross Road building empty.

There are no reports of any injuries.

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