Incident Overview
A car collided with a building housing a GP surgery and a pharmacy in Hamilton, leading to the evacuation of both facilities.
The collision occurred on Douglas Street at approximately 09:10. As a result, the road has been closed between Clydesdale Street and Almada Street to ensure public safety and facilitate emergency response efforts.
Emergency Response
The Scottish Ambulance Service attended the scene and treated one patient, who was subsequently discharged without requiring hospital transport.
Authorities have identified the need to switch off a gas main, as the vehicle impacted the building near the GP surgery's boiler. This action is necessary to prevent any potential hazards related to gas leaks.
To access the gas supply, part of the car park will likely need to be excavated to allow for the disconnection of the gas main.
Safety Concerns and Public Advisory
The car remains in place at the scene due to concerns that removing it could cause the adjacent wall to collapse, posing further risks.
Members of the public have been advised to avoid the area while emergency services manage the situation.
Pharmacy Statement
A spokesperson for Boots provided the following update regarding their Douglas Street location:
"We can confirm that our Douglas Street store in Douglas is currently closed following an incident this morning.
We are assisting the emergency services and will reopen as soon as it is safe to do so."
