A MAJOR motorway bridge used by 80,000 Brits daily has closed due to ‘hurricane-force’ Storm Eowyn.
The M48 Severn Bridge was closed in both directions due to strong winds, leaving motorists to face lengthy diversions via the M4 Prince of Wales Bridge.
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National Highways confirmed the closure on social media, warning drivers of dangerous conditions.
Stating that they “continue to actively monitor the wind speeds at SevernCrossing with the M48 SevernBridge remaining closed in both directions Storm Eowyn”.
The closure comes as Storm Eowyn wreaks havoc across the UK with gale-force winds, heavy rain, and travel disruptions expected to last throughout the day.
National Highways since confirmed that the bridge has reopened, thanking drivers for their patience, but warned that weather conditions remain unpredictablr.
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Motorists are urged to drive carefully and check updates before travelling.
It comes as the UK has been battered by 100mph winds today, with Storm Eowyn’s 114mph gales causing widespread chaos across the nation.
The Met Office has warned that snow and ice are on the way in the coming hours, adding to the extreme conditions.
Three rare red “danger to life” wind warnings have been issued, prompting more than a thousand flight cancellations and leaving millions advised to stay indoors.
Across Northern Ireland, Scotland, and the Isle of Man, significant disruptions are underway, including widespread power cuts affecting 93,000 homes and businesses, the closure of Ronaldsway Airport for the first time in seven years, and the suspension of all Scot Rail services.
The M48 Severn Bridge has faced numerous closures over the years due to severe weather, including high-profile storms such as Eunice in 2022, Darragh in 2024, and now Eowyn in 2025.
It’s design, unlike the newer M4 Prince of Wales Bridge, lacks wind shielding, making it particularly vulnerable to strong gusts exceeding 40 knots.
These closures are essentially safety measures to protect drivers but continue to cause significant disruption for the 80,000 motorists who rely on the crossing daily.
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