M48 : Both directions : J1 Aust to J2 Newhouse : Bridge closed : Due to high winds :

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Description: M48 : Both directions : J1 Aust to J2 Newhouse : Bridge closed : Due to high winds :, Start time: 27/10/2026 1:36 , Expected end time: 27/10/2026 9:36, Severity: Severe, Source: Welsh Government, Last updated: 27/10/2026 1:36

Start time: To be confirmed
Expected end: Awaiting update
Duration: Live incident

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First published: Tue, Oct 27, 2026 1:36 AM

Coordinates: 51.610458, -2.642140

Feed provider: Traffic Wales
Coordinate source: Georss Point

Source: Traffic Wales data feed

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M48 : Both directions : Dewstoe overbridge to Crick overbridge : 20/10/26-31/03/27 2000-0600 : Improvement work : Lane closed :

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Description: M48 : Both directions : Dewstoe overbridge to Crick overbridge : 20/10/26-31/03/27 2000-0600 : Improvement work : Lane closed :, Start time: 20/10/2026 20:00 , End Date: 31/03/2027 6:00, Severity: Moderate, Source: Welsh Government, Last updated: 20/10/2026 20:00

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