Trailer 'carrying a number of animals' overturns on M74 as 'two casualties' reported

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Two people were treated by paramedics after a vehicle transporting livestock trailer overturned on the M74 on Wednesday, January 8.

The Scottish Fire and Rescue Service confirmed that the trailer - which had been carrying a number of animals - overturned on the M74 northbound before Junction 5 for the Bellshill Bypass, past Hamilton.

The accident occurred just before 3pm closed two lanes on the motorway, reports Glasgow Live.All lanes reopened around 5.17pm.

Traffic camera images showed the trailer overturned and blocked two lanes of the motorway,and that police, firefighters and paramedics were in attendance.Get the latest news sent straight to your messages by joining our WhatsApp community today.You'll receive daily updates on breaking news as well as the top headlines across Scotland.No one will be able to see who is signed up and no one can send messages except the Daily Record team.All you have to do is click here if you're on mobile, select 'Join Community' and you're in!If you're on a desktop, simply scan the QR code above with your phone and click 'Join Community'.We also treat our community members to special offers, promotions, and adverts from us and our partners.