A major evacuation has been carried out in Cumbernauld over fears of a suspected gas leak.
A major evacuation has been carried out in Cumbernauld over fears of a suspected gas leak after locals reported a 'smell' across the town.
Read more: Tributes to 'beautiful human' Glasgow man as friends raise money for funeral after tragic death Adam Smith, SNP Councillor for Cumbernauld East, wrote: "I have been made aware of a strong smell of gas in the Kildrum area this morning and have contacted Scotland Gas Networks . They advise engineers are on their way to Cumbernauld now to establish the problem and consider what repairs may be required.
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