Two vehicles have been involved in a serious crash on the M8 near Whitburn which has sparked a huge emergency response.
A number of people are believed to have been rushed to hospital with serious injuries following the incident which occurred at around 9.50am this morning.
The M8 westbound at Junction 4 was closed entirely but has since been reopened, though drivers are still being asked to take alternative routes if possible.
It is believed there are injuries as a result of the crash with a number of ambulances and multiple trauma teams in attendance.
Traffic Scotland tweeted that vehicles on the route will be taken off at Junction 4 and rejoin at Junction 5.
The Scottish Fire and Rescue Service confirmed they have four pumps and a heavy rescue unit at the scene.
A Police Scotland spokesperson said: “Around 9.50am on Sunday, October 17, police were called to the M8 at junction 4, near Bathgate, following the report of a serious two-vehicle road crash.
"Emergency services remain at the scene and the road is currently closed.”
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