CAMEO+ eventINFRASTRUCTURE2026-05-05馃嚞馃嚙
Lorry hits bridge: M8 closed after significant damage
source: Unknown HGV driver / vehicle -> target: M8 westbound traffic
On 2026-05-05, an HGV struck a bridge carrying the B718 over the M8 near Harthill Services in Scotland, causing significant damage. Transport Scotland鈥檚 operator BEAR Scotland imposed a westbound lane restriction and planned an overnight full closure for emergency repairs.
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M8 near Harthill ServicesScotlandEuropeUnited KingdomEurope55.850, -3.750
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