It comes despite a slowdown in nightclub closures over the past year, with a net reduction of 13 venues in 2024.

Ferocious winds that drove the flames have calmed somewhat and were not expected to be as powerful during the day on Thursday.

Snow, ice and freezing temperatures had forced the club and authorities to convene at lunchtime to assess weather and travel conditions.

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