Glasgow residents are being urged to keep their windows closed as fire crews tackle a large blaze.

Eight appliances, including six pumps and aerial equipment, are currently in attendance at the Kingston Street fire in the Tradeston area of the city.

Nearby streets have been cordoned off while emergency services work to extinguish the flames. 

It is understood that a furniture shop is on fire and staff we well as nearby residents had to be evacuated. 

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Images show thick plumes covering buildings in the area, with some reports stating "smoke is really strong and spreading across into Argyle Street."

People walking past were forced to cover their mouths while passing through the thick smoke. 

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The Scottish Fire and Rescue Service confirmed they have been at the scene since 9.55am. 

Police are also in the area to enforce road closures. 

Glasgow City Council has closed off roads including part of Paisley Road West and Nelson Street, warning drivers to expect changes throughout the day.

Inspector Pauline Thomson said: “We are asking everyone to avoid the area while our colleagues in the Scottish Fire and Rescue Service deal with the incident.

“We are also advising people to keep their windows closed due to the smoke and not to gather on the street.”