M48 Severn Bridge closed due to strong winds

The M48 Severn Bridge has been shut in both directions due to strong winds.

The bridge is closed between junction 2 at Chepstow and junction 1 at Aust.

Traffic monitoring site Inrix is reporting congestion on the M4 Prince of Wales Bridge westbound and on the M49 heading northbound.

National Highways has advised drivers to allow extra time on their journeys, with more than an hour delay on the M4 between junction 22 and junction 23.

The Met Office is reporting heavy rain and wind gusts of up to 44mph.

National Highways said: "At 19:20 GMT, wind speeds of 60mph were recorded from the sensors on the bridge.

"Strong winds are forecast throughout the evening so we expect the bridge to be closed for some time."

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