URGENT UPDATE: Rail services are in chaos after a vehicle collided with a railway bridge in Cwmbran, blocking all lines. Transport for Wales (TfW) confirmed that no trains will run between Newport and Hereford until critical repairs are completed. This disruption comes at a particularly busy time, as hundreds of rugby fans are expected in Cardiff for the opening autumn international fixture between Wales and Argentina at the Principality Stadium today.
Authorities reported the incident early this morning. According to TfW, “Due to urgent repairs to a bridge between Newport, South Wales and Hereford, all lines are blocked.” The cancellation of train services means significant delays for travelers, especially as fans flock to the city for the match scheduled to kick off later today.
A bus replacement service has been initiated for the affected routes, but passengers are advised that road transport will take significantly longer than rail services. The expected disruption is projected to last until at least 1 PM on November 9.
TfW emphasized the urgency of the situation, stating, “An emergency road transport order has been submitted. Please check back for details on this.” They also issued an apology for the inconvenience, urging travelers to stay updated on their journey status.
Passengers impacted by delays or cancellations are reminded that they may be eligible for compensation through TfW’s Delay Repay scheme if they arrive at their destination more than 15 minutes late.
As the situation develops, travelers are encouraged to check TfW’s official channels for real-time updates and further information. Stay tuned for more updates on this breaking news story.
