A crash near a busy M4 junction has resulted in the closure of two lanes, causing delays of up to 30 minutes. The incident has led to a spillage and debris on the road at junction 33 Cardiff West and services. Traffic monitors show that the crash occurred on the eastbound carriageway, with congestion stretching back to junction 34 Miskin in the Vale of Glamorgan.
Traffic system Inrix has reported long delays for drivers heading eastbound, adding approximately 30 minutes to their journey times. Heavy congestion is present in the area, with two lanes closed near junction 33 Cardiff West and queues extending back to junction 34 at Miskin. Traffic Wales cameras have captured the queuing traffic approaching junction 33.
The situation is continuously being monitored, with updates provided below. As of 08:47, the delays persist, and the closure of lanes one and two, which are designated for the exit slip road, is causing significant disruption. Drivers are advised to avoid the area if possible to minimise the impact on their journeys.
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As developments unfold on the M4 crash and traffic conditions, stay tuned for further updates on the situation.