A 10-car pile-up on the M8 motorway in Glasgow triggered a major emergency response and caused significant rush-hour disruption.
Emergency crews were dispatched to the eastbound carriageway between Junction 9 for Easterhouse and Junction 10 for Springhill/Baillieston after the crash was reported at approximately 5.32pm on November 10.
Emergency Response and Lane Closures
Four Scottish Fire and Rescue appliances, along with a specialist heavy rescue unit, were sent to assist police at the scene. It is not yet known whether anyone was injured, according to the Daily Record.
Images from the scene showed fire engines and police cars blocking all but one lane of the motorway, with a large number of firefighters seen surrounding several vehicles on the hard shoulder.
Traffic Delays and Warnings
Commuters experienced delays of 24 minutes due to the lane closure, according to traffic monitor Amey. Traffic Scotland also urged drivers to approach with caution and expect delays.
A Scottish Fire and Rescue Service spokesperson said: "We received a call around 5.32pm on Tuesday, November 10, regarding a 10-vehicle crash on the M8 eastbound between Junction 9 for Easterhouse and Junction 10 for Spinghill/Baillieston. Four appliances and one specialist appliance were sent to the scene initially. One appliance still remains on scene."
A Traffic Scotland spokesperson posted on X: "M8 Junction 9. The M8 remains restricted EASTBOUND due to a road traffic collision. Lane 4 is open. Drivers should use caution on approach and expect delays. Current delays approx. 20 mins."
An Amey spokesperson added: "M8 E/B Junction 9-10, 3x lanes are currently restricted due to an RTC. Delays are currently 24 mins."
