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North Wales Live
7 hours ago
- Automotive
- North Wales Live
When will A55 Conwy Tunnels reopen after devastating fire
The images of smoke billowing out of one of the Conwy tunnels caused shock today and the immediate impact on the road network was devastating. It is understood that the blaze started when a mobile crane caught fire in the westbound lanes. A motorist described the scary moment they went past the smoking vehicle. The positive is that despite the dramatic stories and images there were no fatalities. The crane driver, police and other emergency services - as well as the actions of other motorists - have been praised for that immediate response that prevented a disaster becoming a tragedy. But as of this evening both the eastbound and westbound tunnels remain closed - resulting in major disruption continuing. The question will now be how long will the tunnels remain closed. The North Wales Fire and Rescue Service said earlier today that "Due to the scale of the incident and the need for ongoing safety assessments, the Conwy Tunnel remains closed in both directions and is expected to remain closed for a significant amount of time. "Detailed inspections will need to be carried out to determine the extent of any damage before the tunnel can be safely reopened." Earlier this evening they then posted that "We anticipate that there will be significant disruption for the next few days, and motorists are being advised to allow additional time for their journeys and to keep up to date with the latest traffic and travel information via Traffic Wales." Given that the fire took place in the westbound tunnel it is safely assumed the road will reopen in the eastbound direction first. A major meeting was taking place this evening between all the relevant parties - including the Welsh Government, police and fire service. That eastbound reopening could take place in the coming hours or potentially a day or two but it is understood that when it comes to the westbound lanes this will be significantly longer. It is without doubt that it will impact this weekend at a minimum - something holidaymakers will need to be aware of. The final timescale will depend on inspections now taking place. But there are unconfirmed reports of a closure westbound for several weeks - impacting the busy summer period. In this situation it is likely a contraflow will be set up - with single lanes in each direction in the eastbound tunnel. That in itself will cause major traffic issues this summer and also be vulnerable to any incidents causing considerable chaos. As well as the significant impact to locals it would be a potential blow to tourism over the key summer holidays.
Powys County Times
8 hours ago
- Automotive
- Powys County Times
A44 traffic: Aberystwyth to Llangurig section to shut
Drivers face a 77-mile diversion when a section of the main road between mid Wales and the coast closes for two days over the next fortnight. The A44 between Llangurig and Aberystwyth will be shut at Tyn-y-Cwm and Sweet Lamb, Pantmawr during the daytime from 7am to 7pm on Monday June 23 and 30. Roadworks along the same stretch of road was due to take place on Friday (June 20) but have since been cancelled "due to unforeseen circumstances", according to the Welsh Government's trunk road information service Traffic Wales on Thursday. A44 diversion map The 77-mile diversion heading east towards Llangurig, if it were completed in full, will take drivers along the A470 Llanidloes bypass to Caersws and Glantwymyn before joining the A489 to Machynlleth. Motorists will then head down the A487 towards Aberystwyth and rejoin the A44 to Pantmawr, which is located between Eisteddfa Gurig and Llangurig. A spokesperson for the Welsh Government said: "Due to a technical issue the work will now begin on Monday, June 23. "This is expected to be the only day of closure for this phase of the work. "Signage is being updated." Roadworks along other Powys A-roads will be happening on the outskirts of Newtown and Welshpool starting from next week. Overnight closures along A489 Newtown Bypass will take place between 7pm and 6am between Wednesday, June 25, and Monday, June 30. There will also be night-time roadworks along the A483 Welshpool Bypass which will close the road between 7pm and 6am from Thursday (June 19) to Friday, 27.
North Wales Live
14 hours ago
- Automotive
- North Wales Live
Live updates as A55 closed in both directions due to Conwy Tunnel fire
The A55 is closed in both directions due to a vehicle fire in the Conwy Tunnel. Smoke can be seen billowing from the tunnel, with fire crews on the scene. Major delays are building. A Traffic Wales statement said: "Warning. Vehicle fire A55 Conwy Tunnel - Closed in both directions. Emergency services are on scene. Please avoid the area." This is a breaking news story. We will bring you all the latest as we get it via the live blog below. Get all the big headlines, pictures, analysis, opinion and video on the stories that matter to you. If you have some information you can contact us by following our Twitter feed @northwaleslive - the official North Wales Live account - real news in real time. Or like - your must-see news, features, videos and pictures throughout the day from the North Wales Live. Don't forget you can also keep up to date with the latest via the free North Wales Live app. Download it for Apple devices here and Android devices here.
Powys County Times
a day ago
- Climate
- Powys County Times
Road closures along A44 and A483 in Powys postponed
Road closures along two of Powys' busiest routes have been postponed due to "unforeseen programming issues and poor weather". A section of the A44 between Llangurig and Aberystwyth was planned to shut during the daytime from Monday (June 16) but has since been pushed back to later this week. The road will be closed on Friday (June 20) from 7am to 7pm, then reopen for the weekend before closing again for five days from Monday, June 23, to Friday, June 27. The Welsh Government explained that the road closure between Ty'n y Cwm and Sweet Lamb, Pantmawr was delayed due to poor weather. READ MORE | Diversions to be put in place as Welshpool by-pass faces string of closures All works are being planned to avoid roadworks on the A44 during the National Road Cycling Championships 2025 in Aberystwyth which takes place on Friday, June 27, and Sunday, June 29. "We appreciate this has caused some confusion and we apologise for the inconvenience this may have caused," Traffic Wales said. "After liaising with Powys County Council, we can now confirm that these works have been postponed due to unforeseen programming issues and poor weather." Night-time roadworks from 7pm to 6am along the A483 and A489 Newtown Bypass were also due to start earlier this week but have also been postponed until Wednesday, June 25, to Monday, June 30, again "due to unforeseen programming issues".
North Wales Live
5 days ago
- North Wales Live
Live A55 updates as 'warning' over heavy congestion
A "warning" has been issued due to heavy congestion on the A55. The issues are eastbound in Flintshire. Traffic Wales said there was "heavy congestion" on the approach to the J33 Northop turn-off. This is a breaking news story. We will bring you all the latest as we get it via the live blog below. Get all the big headlines, pictures, analysis, opinion and video on the stories that matter to you. If you have some information you can contact us by following our Twitter feed @northwaleslive - the official North Wales Live account - real news in real time. Or like - your must-see news, features, videos and pictures throughout the day from the North Wales Live. Don't forget you can also keep up to date with the latest via the free North Wales Live app. Download it for Apple devices here and Android devices here.
