Severn Bridge closed due to severe winds
THE Severn Bridge is closed this morning.
Update: The Severn Bridge has now reopened
Increasing winds forced both carriageways of the M48 to be closed between junction 1 Aust to junction 2 Newhouse.
Traffic Wales have confirmed that the closure remains in place this morning.
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A spokesman said: "The M48 Severn Bridge is still fully closed due to high winds."
A weather warning for severe winds is in place until 9am this morning.
Winds of up to 60mph are expected by The Met Office.
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