Beattock.Cops have closed the road after responding to the incident between Junction 15 and 16 around 3.30pm today. Drivers are being urged to avoid the area as traffic is queuing heavily on approach.Traffic Scotland tweeted saying journey times may be longer than usual due to a "serious" road crash.The fire service service confirmed they were initially in attendance but have since left the scene.The road currently remains closed.
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