STRONG winds are affecting the M48 Severn Bridge drivers are being advised to approach with care.
There are reports of strong winds on the M48 between junctions 1 and 2 and speed limits have been set to 40mph as a precaution.
The winds are affecting traffic both ways and those travelling across the River Severn this morning are being advised to do so with care.
Although the bridge is currently open to traffic, Highways England traffic officers will review the situation on an ongoing basis to ensure public safety.
Between 1992 and 1996, 13 vehicles were blown over on the Severn Bridges during high winds, resulting in more than 47 hours of closure.
As a result a high winds protocol was introduced.
The high winds traffic filtering system ensures the M48 Severn Bridge remains open and operationally safe for cars and light commercial vehicles for as long as possible.
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