Major Scots motorway closed after horror crash as emergency crews race to scene
MOTORWAY SMASH Major Scots motorway closed after horror crash as emergency crews race to scene
A SECTION of a busy Scottish motorway is currently closed after a horror crash, sparking traffic chaos.
Emergency crews raced to the scene on the M74 in Glasgow at around 9am this morning.
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The crash happened on the M74 just after Junction 1
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The crash happened after Junction 1 at the Kingston Interchange, heading northbound.
It is currently unknown if anyone has been injured as a result of the incident.
However, a section of the motorway just after the junction is currently closed to drivers as police deal with the incident.
Traffic Scotland has warned that motorists are being diverted off the M74 at Junction 1.
Commuters have been urged to avoid the area and use an alternative route.
Police are currently at the scene of the crash.
Drivers have been warned to expect delays and allow extra time for their journey.
Posting X, formerly known as Twitter this morning, Traffic Scotland wrote: "M74 is currently closed northbound after Junction 1 due to a road traffic collision.
"Police are on scene and traffic is being diverted off at Junction 1."
It added: "Motorists are advised to use an alternate route and should allow extra time for their journey."
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Amey SW Trunk Roads also took to social media to warn drivers of the crash.
It posted on X: "M74 J1 northbound remains closed due to RTC. Please use alternative route."
Police Scotland has been contacted for comment.
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