Drivers warned of drifting smoke as vehicle fire closes stretch of M8

A stretch of the M8 is closed following a vehicle fire on Wednesday afternoon.

Traffic Scotland reports that the eastbound carriageway is closed between junctions five at Shotts Interchange and 4A at Heartlands after a trailer caught fire at around 2pm.

Motorists travelling on the route are advised to expect delays.

The westbound carriageway remains open, however, drivers are warned of smoke drifting.

A Scottish Fire and Rescue Service spokesperson said: “We were alerted at 1.52pm on Wednesday, 28 October to reports of a heavy goods vehicle on fire at Heartlands Terrace, near the M8 in Bathgate.

“Operations Control mobilised two fire appliances to the area.

“There are no reported casualties and crews remain in attendance.”

Police Scotland have been contacted for comment.

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