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