Live updates as roads submerged and people urged not to drive as over 20 flood warnings in place

Several roads across Wales are closed as a result of flooding this morning, while train services also seeing major delays. Over 20 warnings have been issued by Natural Resources Wales, warning that flooding is expected.

There are also 45 flood alerts in place, warning that flooding is possible. Meanwhile roads have been closed as a result of fallen trees as strong winds and heavy rain continue to batter Wales. Rhondda Cynon Taf council has urged people to only drive if "absolutely necessary" due to hazardous driving conditions and surface water across the borough.

The M48 Severn Bridge is currently closed in both directions due to strong winds and motorists are advised to use the Prince of Wales bridge instead. The road between the Heritage Park Hotel, Porth, and Travis Perkins in Hopkinstown is closed as a result of flooding.

Wayunrhydd road in Tonyrefail is also closed due to flooding, according to South Wales Police. There is an emergency road closure in place on the B4239 from the junction of Tredegar Park roundabout to Lighthouse Road due to a fallen tree, according to Gwent Police.

The 24 flood warnings, where NRW says flooding is expected and immediate action is required, are for the following areas:

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