A major emergency service response was scrambled to the scene of the a crash near Edinburgh Airport, which has been closed in both directions following a serious collision on Monday morning
Three individuals have been rushed to hospital following a severe crash that shut down the A8 near Edinburgh Airport in both directions this morning (September 7).
Emergency services were called to Glasgow Road, between Newbridge Roundabout and Gogar, close to Edinburgh Airport at approximately 9.25am. Police, paramedics and fire crews are still at the scene. Onlookers reported seeing an air ambulance in the vicinity.
The Scottish Ambulance Service has confirmed that three casualties were transported to Edinburgh Royal Infirmary. A representative for the Scottish Ambulance Service stated that three ambulances, two special operations response teams, a paramedic response unit and a critical care paramedic were sent to the scene.
It is understood that multiple vehicles were involved in the incident. Photos from the scene depict a lorry halted on a grass verge and several cars, some of which appear to be overturned.
Police are advising drivers to steer clear of the area, reports the Daily Record.
A spokesperson for Traffic Scotland announced: “The A8 is currently closed in both directions between Newbridge Roundabout and Gogar due to a road traffic collision. Police are in attendance. Avoid the area where possible and use alternative routes currently.
“Traffic for the airport must use the M8 onto the Bypass and up to Gogar. Traffic is heavily congested as a result.”
Holidaymakers have also been alerted to anticipate delays when travelling to Edinburgh Airport.
A representative for Edinburgh Airport has issued a warning: “Please be aware of an accident on the A8 near the airport.
“Police are in attendance but delays getting to the airport are expected. Follow Traffic Scotland for updates.”
Meanwhile, a spokesperson for Police Scotland reported: “The A8 is closed at Newbridge following a report of a serious crash around 9.25am on Monday, September 7.
“Emergency services are in attendance and diversions are being put in place. Motorists are advised to use another route.”
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