The incident happened at junction four westbound, near Whitburn.
Part of Scotland’s busiest motorway has been closed after a car burst into flames. Emergency crews rushed to the scene on the M8 just before 2pm on Wednesday, April 8.
The road was closed at junction four westbound, near Whitburn. It is unclear if anyone was injured as a result of the blaze.
Drivers faced delays of up to 90 minutes as the fire service worked to extinguish the flames. Traffic Scotland announced at 3.45pm all lanes on the road had been fully reopened but warned motorists to expect further delays of around 30 minutes.
Pictures from the scene show two fire appliances and two police cars at either side of the vehicle. Smoke can be seen billowing out of the mangled wreck as fire officers stand nearby, with traffic building up behind them.
Another image taken later in the afternoon shows cones on the road blocking off one lane as a recovery vehicle removes the car from the road. A Traffic Scotland spokesperson said: “The M8 is currently closed westbound between junctions 4- 4A due to a vehicle fire.
“Emergency services are at the scene. Delays are expected. Alternative routes are recommended.”
Police Scotland has also been approached for comment.
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