Emergency services are currently at the scene of a crash on the M4 near Swansea, causing delays for motorists on the motorway. The incident occurred on the westbound carriageway between junction 43 Llandarcy and junction 44 Lon Las. As a result, lane two of the motorway is currently closed, with traffic building up in the area. Pictures from the scene show police and fire crews responding to the crash, as traffic cameras indicate very slow-moving traffic, especially around the Llandarcy junction.
Traffic monitoring system Inrix has reported slow traffic in both directions on the M4, with queues forming due to motorists on the eastbound carriageway slowing down to look at the accident. Inrix’s latest report states, “Queueing traffic and one lane closed due to accident on M4 Westbound after J43 A465 (Llandarcy).” The slow traffic is also affecting the opposite side of the motorway due to onlookers.
Traffic Wales has issued a warning to drivers, advising them to expect delays in the area as emergency services continue to work at the scene of the crash. The situation is ongoing, and motorists are urged to plan their journeys accordingly. Stay tuned for further updates on the M4 crash near Swansea.
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