A MOTORWAY in Glasgow has been closed following a "serious collision".
The M8 is westbound is currently closed between junctions 12 and 13 at Riddrie due to the single-vehicle crash.
Police and ambulance are at the scene.
❗️NEW ⌚️13:55#M8 - J12 Westbound⛔️
— Traffic Scotland (@trafficscotland) August 24, 2023
The #M8 Westbound is currently ⛔️ CLOSED ⛔️ at junction 12 due to a serious collision.
Traffic is beginning to back up at J12 where traffic is being taken off the main carrigeway.
Police and TRISS are on scene 🚓 pic.twitter.com/7lyojfIK0P
Drivers are being advised to avoid the area and use an alternative route.
Traffic Scotland reports traffic is beginning to back up at Junction 12 where vehicles are being taken off the main carriageway.
A Police Scotland spokesperson said: "The M8 is currently closed westbound between junctions 12 and 13 in Glasgow due to a crash involving a single vehicle.
"Officers are at the scene. Please plan journeys to avoid the area and use alternative routes."
The M8 is currently closed westbound between junctions 12 and 13 in Glasgow due to a crash involving a single vehicle. Officers are at the scene.
— Police Scotland Glasgow City (@PSOSGlasgowCity) August 24, 2023
Please plan journeys to avoid the area and use alternative routes. pic.twitter.com/1qDWVEiA37
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