Heavy congestion is reported on the M4 near Newport following a lorry striking one of the Brynglas Tunnels, prompting the closure of the westbound tunnel for safety inspections. Traffic monitoring systems have confirmed the incident, with traffic cameras showing long delays and heavy congestion in the area. A diversion via junction 25 at Caerleon is in place. The closure is necessary for emergency investigation works due to damage to the tunnel roof, as stated by Traffic Wales.
Gwent Police are actively working to clear debris from the road, with reports of the tunnel closure due to debris on the M4. Motorists are being diverted off at junction 25 Caerleon, as police hold traffic in that area. The closure was caused by a lorry striking the westbound tunnel, leading to all traffic being temporarily held and stationary traffic in the vicinity.
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