Live updates as M4 Bridgend crash to close road for 'some time'

Part of the M4 is expected to be closed for "some time" following a crash. The incident happened at junction 36 westbound and the road is currently closed from junction 36 to junction 37.

According to traffic service Inrix all traffic in the area was temporarily held following the incident at around 3pm. Vehicles after the slip road is being turned around and released via the exit slip road. Traffic prior to this continues to be held. For the latest Welsh news delivered to your inbox sign up to our newsletter

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South Wales Police has advised people to seek alternative routes if possible. A spokesman said: "We are at the scene of a collision on the M4 junction 36 westbound, Bridgend.

"The road is currently closed from junction 36 westbound to junction 37 and it is expected to remain closed for some time. Motorists are advised to avoid the area and use alternative routes where possible. Delays are expected in the area."

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