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There were severe delays at the M4 Prince of Wales Bridge after traffic was held due to "multiple incidents". There was already increased traffic in the area due to the earlier closure of the Car crash severn bridge Severn Bridge due to high winds, with the diversion taking drivers to the M4 bridge.

Delays reached over one hour and average speeds were down to just 5mph as the majority of one of Britain's busiest crossings was shut for hours. The Severn Bridge was closed due to high winds in the wake of Strom Pia at around 11am this morning, with diversions placed on the Prince of Wales Bridge. However, those diversions were significantly compromised when the eastbound carriageway of the PoW bridge was shut at around midday due to a multi-vehicle crash. A car flipped onto its roof in a four vehicle crash on the Prince of Wales Bridge today Image: Supplied. The crash combined with the Severn crossing being closed caused traffic chaos with delays of almost 90 minutes Image: Traffic Wales. A Wales Ambulance spokesperson said: "We had a call at The M48 SevernBridge has reopened; the off-and-on closure remains for safety in both directions.

Car crash severn bridge

The Met Office issued a yellow warning about Storm Gerrit, warning travellers that gusts will reach almost 60mph. The South Wales Fire and Rescue service SWFRS advised road users to plan their journey well, leave plenty of time, check their windscreen wipers regularly for damage and don't drive through fast-moving water e. Two incidents were reported on the M4 Eastbound, with police presence and multiple ambulances at the site of the crash on the Prince of Wales Bridge. Mariana Molina, a driver from the South Wales area, told The Argus it took her "over 50 min to cross from Newport to Bristol and it was completely closed on the opposite way". Police and emergency services presence at the site of the crash on the M4 going towards Bristol Image: Mariana Molina. Sixteen rail services were affected on Wednesday, December 27, including seven cancellations to services travelling to or through South Wales. This included several services from Newport South Wales due to rain on railway lines. The Met Office said power cuts and loss of services could affect homes and businesses because of flooding and high winds. The Association of British Insurers ABI advised those affected by damage caused by the storm to contact their insurance companies as soon as possible. We want our comments to be a lively and valuable part of our community - a place where readers can debate and engage with the most important local issues.

One was understood to be on its roof, with debris all over the road, but this has all been cleared, although severe delays remain.

Both Severn Bridges are shut. This is due to a multi-vehicle crash on the M4 Prince of Wales Bridge. This is causing traffic chaos for drivers as the M48 Severn Bridge remains closed in both directions due to strong winds between J1 Aust and J2 Chepstow. Emergency services are at the scene at the M4 Prince of Wales Bridge but the road is expected to remain closed for some time. We want our comments to be a lively and valuable part of our community - a place where readers can debate and engage with the most important local issues.

There were severe delays at the M4 Prince of Wales Bridge after traffic was held due to "multiple incidents". There was already increased traffic in the area due to the earlier closure of the M48 Severn Bridge due to high winds, with the diversion taking drivers to the M4 bridge. It means both Severn bridges are currently closed or blocked. All traffic was held on the M4 bridge for around 40 minutes. While eastbound has now opened fully and two lanes open westbound, there is still severe congestion around the bridge. Gwent Police confirmed that four vehicles were involved in the eastbound collision. A witness said that a BMW had crashed into the central reservation and "hit several vehicles in the process". They said: "Traffic is horrendous.

Car crash severn bridge

The Met Office issued a yellow warning about Storm Gerrit, warning travellers that gusts will reach almost 60mph. The South Wales Fire and Rescue service SWFRS advised road users to plan their journey well, leave plenty of time, check their windscreen wipers regularly for damage and don't drive through fast-moving water e. Two incidents were reported on the M4 Eastbound, with police presence and multiple ambulances at the site of the crash on the Prince of Wales Bridge. Mariana Molina, a driver from the South Wales area, told The Argus it took her "over 50 min to cross from Newport to Bristol and it was completely closed on the opposite way".

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Lane three of three is now closed. One lane remained closed westbound between junction 22 and 23 until 4. Never miss the latest local news again by signing up to our Daily Newsletter. Gwent Police confirmed they attended the crash which involved one vehicle. Our South West Regional Operations Centre are monitoring the wind speeds and will reopen the road as soon as wind speeds reduce to a safe level. Four vehicles involved Another shot of the traffic. Photos show a car ended up on its roof in a four vehicle crash on the Prince of Wales Bridge. Drivers are also advised to plan their journeys, listen to the latest traffic reports and drive appropriately for the weather conditions. If this closure impacts on your planned route, please allow extra journey time. Sky News. Show Me No thanks, close. Gwent Police. Oxford Mail. The Childline founder, 83, was diagnosed with stage four lung cancer last year, and has since revealed she has joined the assisted-dying clinic Dignitas in Switzerland.

Traffic was heavy on the Prince of Wales bridge for much of Thursday night after it was brought to a standstill following a multi-vehicle accident, including one reportedly overturned car.

Latest traffic updates As of 9. Large emergency service presence There are several emergency service vehicles on the bridge dealing with the incident. Lane three of three is now closed. One lane still closed Cameras show that lane one and two of three have now reopened after the road was blocked for around 40 minutes. Common sweet can boost gut health and potentially slow cancer growth. Top Stories. Latest stories. Live: Bristol Airport updates as snow hits city. Comments: Our rules We want our comments to be a lively and valuable part of our community - a place where readers can debate and engage with the most important local issues. Eastbound has been fully reopened. The M48 SevernBridge has reopened; the off-and-on closure remains for safety in both directions. Group Matrix sign set to 30 mph. Rottweiler-cross attacked five people at pub and caused 'ghastly' injuries.