Multi-vehicle crash blocks M8 as drivers warned to expect delays

A multi-vehicle crash has blocked part of the M8 in Glasgow.

Traffic Scotland confirmed that the collision had blocked part of the westbound carriageway at junction 21 at 8.40am on Thursday.

Scottish Fire and Rescue sent four engines to the scene and a heavy rescue unit.

A spokesperson for the service confirmed that no one was injured as a result of the crash.

Drivers have been warned to expect delays of 25 minutes with congestion reaching as far back as junction 13.

A spokesperson for the Scottish Fire and Rescue Service said: “We were alerted at 8.18am to reports of a road traffic collision involving five vehicles on the M8 in Glasgow.

“Operations Control immediately mobilised four appliances and a heavy rescue unit.

“Crews assisted emergency service partners and there were no casualties reported.

“Firefighters left the scene after ensuring the area was made safe.”

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