Emergency crews responded to a 10-car collision on the M8 eastbound in Glasgow during rush hour on Tuesday evening, causing significant traffic disruption.
Crash Details and Response
The incident occurred between Junction 9 for Easterhouse and Junction 10 for Springhill/Baillieston, with an alarm raised around 5.32pm. Four Scottish Fire and Rescue appliances, along with a specialist heavy rescue unit, were dispatched to assist police at the scene.
At the time of writing, one appliance remained on site. It is not yet known whether anyone was injured in the collision.
Traffic Impact and Delays
Images from the scene showed fire engines and police cars blocking all but one lane of the motorway, with a large number of firefighters surrounding several vehicles on the hard shoulder.
Commuters faced delays of 24 minutes due to the lane closure, according to Amey. Traffic Scotland also urged drivers to approach with caution and expect delays.
Official Statements
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 Springhill/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, saying: "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. Check your journey at https://traffic.gov.scot."
An Amey spokesperson added: "M8 E/B Junction 9-10, 3x lanes are currently restricted due to an RTC. Delays are currently 24 mins."
Police Scotland has been approached for comment.
