Major Traffic Alert: M4 Eastbound Disruption
A significant disruption has occurred on the M4 eastbound in Neath Port Talbot, where two lanes are currently closed for urgent repairs to the road surface. This situation is expected to impact drivers significantly, particularly those traveling toward Cardiff on Sunday.
Traffic Wales has strongly advised all motorists to plan for additional travel time if they are heading east, as the closure could lead to unexpected delays.
According to the most recent update from the traffic monitoring service Inrix, issued at 9:15 PM on Saturday and still applicable on Sunday morning, the report states: "Two lanes are closed due to emergency repairs on M4 Eastbound from Junction 38 A48 (Margam) to Junction 37 A4229 (Pyle / Porthcawl). The condition of the road surface has been described as poor."
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