Imagine being stuck in a traffic jam for miles, with no end in sight! That's what commuters faced on the M4 highway, where a crash and a broken-down vehicle brought the road to a complete standstill.
On Monday afternoon, drivers experienced significant delays between Newport and Cardiff. The trouble started near junction 25, where a collision occurred, and worsened at junction 28 due to a vehicle breakdown. This double whammy caused congestion that backed up all the way to junction 29 at the A48 interchange, leaving drivers at a crawl.
But here's where it gets frustrating: Traffic cameras revealed a long line of stationary vehicles, with one lane closed at junction 25. The AA reported delays of up to 40 minutes, as the broken-down vehicle on the eastbound side at junction 28 added to the chaos.
And the situation wasn't limited to just one area. In Swansea, the A484 was also affected, with both directions blocked and queueing traffic due to an obstruction.
A glimmer of hope: By 4 pm, traffic started to ease, and cameras confirmed that the situation was returning to normal. But for those caught in the middle of it, it was a stressful and time-consuming ordeal.
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Key Moments:
- 2:54 pm: Traffic at a standstill on the M4 eastbound in Newport.
- 3:22 pm: Additional traffic issues in Swansea due to an obstruction.
- 3:54 pm: AA traffic maps indicate slow-moving traffic on a lengthy stretch of the M4.
- 3:55 pm: One lane remains blocked at junction 28, causing further delays.
- 4:16 pm: Traffic starts to flow normally again near junction 25.
Controversial Question: Should there be more emergency lanes on highways to prevent such standstills? Share your thoughts in the comments below!
