Drivers urged to avoid area as M8 partially closed due to lorry fire 

Drivers have been urged to find alternative routes after the M8 was partially closed due to a lorry fire on Friday.

The incident took place on the Eastbound carriageway between junctions one and two near Newbridge.

Traffic Scotland issued a warning at 7.22am regarding the smoke which is affecting visibility.

Emergency services are currently in attendance.

A Police Scotland spokesperson said: “The M8 eastbound is currently closed at junction 2 near Newbridge due to a lorry on fire.

“Emergency services are in attendance and motorists are asked to find an alternative route.”

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