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Fire damage at Glasgow City Chambers being assessed

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The fire occurred around 22:00 on Wednesday night

A clean-up operation is under way at Glasgow City Chambers after a fire broke out late on Wednesday night.

The electrical fire on the second floor canteen occurred about 22:00, and firefighters were at the building for around three hours to contain it.

A spokesperson for the local authority said there had been smoke damage as a result, and the impact of smoke and water on the upper floors was being assessed.

There were no casualties or injuries in the incident.

The building is open, but some areas are not accessible while the clean-up is carried out.

The fire service said four appliances and an aerial platform were sent to the council building at George Square and were there from 22:00 to 01:00.