Calls for vape shop safety crackdown after store 'full of incendiary devices' sparks Glasgow blaze
A Glasgow MSP is demanding stricter regulations for vape shops after a fire, potentially caused by lithium batteries, destroyed a building on Union Street.Summary
Following a devastating fire on Union Street in Glasgow, sparked by a vape shop described as being “full of incendiary devices,” Paul Sweeney, a Glasgow MSP, is calling for a significant crackdown on vape shop safety regulations. The blaze, which reduced a landmark building to rubble, has raised concerns about the proliferation of vape shops selling products with potentially dangerous lithium batteries. Sweeney emphasized the need for rigorous safety measures and regular inspections, stating that vape shops are essentially “a powder keg” if not properly managed. The incident prompted a large response from emergency services, with firefighters working to prevent the fire from spreading to the nearby Glasgow Central railway station. The building, which housed several businesses, was owned by Afton Estates Limited. The owner of the vape shop expressed grief over the incident, while other politicians, like Patrick Harvie, highlighted the need for stricter regulation of vape shops, particularly near critical infrastructure.
(Source：Glasgowlive Co Uk)
