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The National (Scotland)
The National (Scotland)
National
Ben Waddell

Pictures shows HGV overturned on Glasgow's M8 leaving busy motorway closed

PART of Glasgow's M8 has been closed due to an overturned lorry amid Storm Eowyn.

Traffic Scotland has said lanes one and two of the motorway's carriageway on the Kingston Bridge are currently shut amid the incident.

It is unknown if anyone has been injured during the crash, however, Police Scotland is on the scene.

A picture shared by the road firm showed the HGV lying on its side on the carriageway.

NEW ❗⌚ 12:41#M8 - Kingston Bridge Lanes 1 and 2 (of 5) are currently closed due to an overturned HGV. Be aware of travel advisories and #TakeCare More updates when we get them. @SWTrunkRoads pic.twitter.com/dTFYGb8mPe

It comes as Storm Eowyn batters Glasgow and central Scotland with extremely high winds.

The Met Office has issued a red weather warning for the area until 5pm this evening.

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