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M4 section shut after tanker crash in Newport's Brynglas tunnels | M4 section shut after tanker crash in Newport's Brynglas tunnels |
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The M4 westbound carriageway in Newport has been closed after two tankers collided in the Brynglas tunnels. | The M4 westbound carriageway in Newport has been closed after two tankers collided in the Brynglas tunnels. |
Motorists have been advised to take an alternative route following the crash near junction 25a at about 06:30 GMT. | |
One tanker was said to be carrying sand and there are no hazardous materials involved. | |
A major deployment of fire and rescue crews was launched as a precaution but there have been no reports of a blaze or serious injuries. | |
Firefighters from Maindee, Malpas, Dyffryn, Cwmbran, New Inn and Whitchurch were sent to the scene, as well as a number of specialist vehicles. | |
They have now left and the incident is being dealt with by police. | |
The road is expected to remain closed until the vehicles involved have been recovered. |