Glasgow Warriors vs Edinburgh Rugby suspended: Latest updates after stadium evacuation
GLASGOW WARRIORS vs Edinburgh Rugby will get back underway after the match was suspended for a brief period and the stadium evacuated.
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Fans have been told they can return to the ground after a brief evacuation.
“Safety of our supporters is paramount,” Glasgow tweeted.
“Apologies for the inconvenience caused and thank you for your patience. The second-half will kick-off at 4.30pm.”
Glasgow were 3-0 up against their Pro 14 rivals just before half time when the fire alarms went off.
Players exited the field of play at Scotstoun as the referee blew his whistle.
Fans were also asked to evacuate the stands.
“The game has been suspended and the stadium is being evacuated,” Warriors tweeted.
UPDATE | The second-half of today’s game will commence at 4.30pm
— Glasgow Warriors (@GlasgowWarriors) December 30, 2017
We're back! A false alarm here at Scotstoun. We're now in half-time with the second half due to start shortly. One of the stranger #1872Cup moments, but well handled by our hosts @GlasgowWarriors.
— Edinburgh Rugby (@EdinburghRugby) December 30, 2017
But after a 15-minute period the fans were let back in to the stands.
Glasgow currently sit top of the Conference A in the Pro14, having won all nine of their league outings.
Edinburgh are fourth in Conference B but bear Glasgow 18-17 before Christmas.
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