Overview

• Westbound lanes of the M48 Severn Bridge remain closed after gusts exceeded the 46 mph safety threshold
• Live traffic cameras confirm the eastbound carriageway remains open despite initial full-closure reports
• Motorists are advised to allow extra journey time because of the detour onto the M4 Prince of Wales Bridge
• A 7.5-tonne weight limit on heavy goods vehicles has been in place since May to reduce stress on the bridge’s aging cables
• Wind speeds and structural health are under continuous monitoring to guide any future reopening decisions