M4 Chaos: Serious Crash Shuts Eastbound Motorway Strip Overnight
Crash Brings M4 Eastbound to a Standstill
A nasty smash involving two vehicles has forced the closure of the M4 eastbound between Junction 22 (Prince of Wales Bridge) and Junction 21 (M48) since just after midnight.
Avon and Somerset Police revealed emergency teams raced to the scene around 12:05am on Monday. Both vehicles veered off the carriageway, leaving several casualties in their wake.
Long Road Ahead: Morning Rush Hour Nightmare
National Highways confirmed the eastbound stretch will likely stay shut throughout the peak morning rush. Recovery efforts and investigation work are underway, with no quick reopening expected.
Motorists face a tough commute with a diversion routing traffic via the M49 at Junction 22, then northbound on the M5 at Junction 18A. Drivers can rejoin the M4 eastbound at Junction 16 or cross the M48 Severn Bridge to pick up the M4 again at Junction 21.
Heavy Traffic and Travel Warnings
- Severe congestion reported around Chepstow as drivers dodge the closed section
- Westbound M5 now open, but eastbound stays closed at least until mid-morning
- Police urge travellers to allow extra journey time and follow official instructions
Authorities will announce when the M4 section is safe to reopen. Stay tuned for updates and drive safe out there.
