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Bristol Post
Bristol Post
National
Sophie Grubb

M4 Prince of Wales Bridge closure and M5 'do not travel' warning with Storm Eunice set to hit

Motorists in "vulnerable" vehicles have been urged not to travel on certain stretches of the M5 motorway as Storm Eunice hits.

The warning comes as police advise of a "high likelihood" that both Severn crossings will also close tomorrow (Friday, February 18) due to dangerous conditions in the Bristol Channel. National Highways has advised of "exceptional sidewinds" with the power to blow over caravans and motorbikes.

The M48 Severn Bridge usually closes during windy conditions, so that is not unusual. However, it is a rare move to close the M4 Prince of Wales Bridge too, as that is usually used as the diversion when the former is shut.

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