Side of building collapses after strong winds batter Hamilton
Emergency services raced to The Barleycorn in Hamilton this morning after masonry fell from the building.
by Cheryl McEvoy, Lynn LoveHigh winds caused part of a building near to a popular Lanarkshire pub to collapse.
Emergency services raced to The Barleycorn in Hamilton this morning after masonry fell from the building as torrential rain and winds continue to batter the West of Scotland.
Officers cordoned part of Low Waters Road as fire fighters work to ensure it is safe, reports Glasgow Live.
Neighbours reported hearing a loud rumbling before the section of the building collapsed.
But a message on The Barleycorn's Facebook page says they are open for business despite the drama.
It explains: "The Barleycorn open as usual folks, our neighbour's chimney breast blew down due to high winds."
Police Scotland issued a statement warning drivers to avoid the area, saying: "Motorists are asked to avoid Low Waters Road, Hamilton after the side of a building collapsed due to adverse weather.
"No-one has been injured and diversions are likely to be in place for sometime. Thank you for your patience while we deal with this incident."
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A spokesperson for Scottish Fire and Rescue said: "We were alerted to an incident on Low Waters Road, Hamilton at 11.35am today.
Operation control mobilised four appliances to the scene following reports of structural damage to a two storey property.
"No casualties reported and we are no longer on scene."