Dramatic footage captured the intense moment a bus burst into flames on the A470, causing the inferno to send flames soaring into the night sky. The incident, which occurred in the early hours of Sunday morning, led to the closure of a major Welsh route. The affected stretch, from the Defynnog turn off (Libanus) to the Hirwaun turn off (Nant-ddu), remains shut in both directions, with Traffic Wales estimating a prolonged closure.
Fire crews swiftly responded to the blaze near the Old Coach House at 3.27am. Although the vehicle was engulfed and destroyed by the intense heat, fortunately, no injuries were reported. Firefighters managed to extinguish the flames, and the cleanup operations were handed over to the council. By 3.54am, emergency crews had concluded their work at the scene.
Authorities have urged commuters to seek alternative routes as the road closure continues to affect traffic flow. Dark Sky Wales provided a gripping video showcasing the bus engulfed in flames, adding to the dramatic nature of the incident. The engrossing footage serves as a reminder of the challenges faced by emergency services in tackling such incidents effectively.
As investigations continue into the cause of the fire, locals and travellers await updates on the reopening of the A470. Stay tuned for further developments on this evolving story.