A major television centre in Glasgow's media district was evacuated and residents told to leave their homes following reports of a "suspicious vehicle" in the area.
The STV building, nearby homes and businesses were emptied as police said they were investigating an "ongoing incident" near Pacific Quay.
BBC Scotland's headquarters, which are next door to STV, were unaffected.
Govan Road and Pacific Drive were also sealed off and guarded by Police Scotland officers while motorists in the area and on the Clyde Arc road bridge were asked to find alternative routes.
An STV spokesperson said the network's flagship news programme Scotland Tonight was taken off air.
He said: “Due to a police incident in the area, STV’s offices at Pacific Quay have been evacuated this evening.
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“The channel remains on air with regular programming, but this evening’s edition of Scotland Tonight won’t be transmitted.”
Glasgow City Council issued a traffic warning which read: “In addition to the closure below the Clyde Arc Bridge is completely closed to all traffic. "Govan Road is also closed between the Clyde Arc Bridge and Plantation Square/Mavisbank Gardens roundabout.
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"A section of Pacific Drive between the Clyde Arc Bridge and the Science Centre/Festival Gate junction is currently closed to all traffic due to an ongoing police incident.
“Road users should avoid the area if possible.”
Govan Road at Lorne Street, extending to the Clyde Arc Bridge, has since reopened following the police incident.
Police said the matter has been resolved and enquiries are ongoing into the incident.
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