Live updates as overturned car closes part of the A48 near Briton Ferry

The A48 Briton Ferry bridge is closed one way this afternoon (August 27) due to a "serious collision" involving an overturned vehicle. Officers are at the scene following reports of the crash at around 3.30pm.

South Wales Police has closed the road in the westbound direction between the A48 McDonalds to the A483 Fabian way. The force has warned it is expected to remain closed for some time. You can get more story updates straight to your inbox by subscribing to our newsletters here.

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The force issued a statement and said: "We are at the scene of a serious collision on the A48 Briton Ferry Bridge. The road is currently closed westbound between A48 McDonalds to the A483 Fabian way. It is expected to remain closed for some time."

Motorists are advised to avoid the area and use alternative routes where