Scotland: Emergency response ongoing following gas explosion at shipping terminal Jan. 9

Event

Emergency services are responding to a gas explosion at the Greenock Shipping Terminal, approximately 25 miles (40 km) northwest of Glasgow, UK, as of Jan. 9. No casualties have been reported.

Emergency crews remain on the scene; authorities will likely maintain security cordons around the incident site. Lingering disruptions are possible as authorities conduct investigations into the incident. Localized disruptions are likely in the area through at least the remainder of Jan. 9. Shipping disruptions are possible.

Advice

Avoid the area until authorities give the all-clear. Heed the instructions of security officials. Plan for localized traffic and business disruptions in the immediate area. Allow extra time for travel if operating near the incident site. Confirm shipments transiting through the Geenock Shipping Terminal.