Huge fire in Rutherglen as street filled with smoke and multiple roads closed

Firefighters are battling the blaze which erupted earlier this evening in the South Lanarkshire town.

A huge blaze has erupted in Rutherglen, prompting a major emergency response. The alarm was raised around 6.40pm after a fire started at a shop on Baronald Street in the South Lanarkshire town on Thursday, May 7.

Mercy crews, including Police Scotland and Scottish Fire and Rescue Service, rushed to the scene. The incident has locked down Baronald Street along with Dalmarnock Road and Farmeloan, all of which are currently closed.

Members of the public are being urged to steer clear of the area as firefighters battle the inferno. Photos taken at the scene and shared by the Record show large plumes of smoke billowing from the Nisa Local on Baronald Street.

Several blue-lit fire vehicles can be seen parked up outside as personnel work to temper the flames and bring the blaze under control. Worried residents can be seen gathering in the street to watch the concerning event unfold.

A cordon is erected around the affected premises, while drivers over the M74 have apparently reported sightings of the fire.

South Lanarkshire Council confirmed that road closures are in place on Farmeloan Road, Dalmarnock Road and at the Cambuslang Road junction. The exact cause of the fire is unknown at this time.

It is also unclear if anyone has been involved in the fire or suffered any injuries.

A Police Scotland spokesperson said: “Emergency services are in attendance following a fire at a shop premises in Baronald Street, Rutherglen which was reported at 6.40pm on Thursday, 7 May, 2026.

“Baronald Street along with Dalmarnock Road and Farmeloan are currently closed.

“Members of the public are asked to avoid the area at this time.”

The Scottish Fire and Rescue Service has been contacted for comment.

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