Huge delays near Bristol due to ‘infrastructure defect’ on the M5

Motorists are facing delays on the M5.

Drivers near Bristol are facing major delays due to two of the four lanes on the M5 northbound Avonmouth Bridge being closed between J19 and J18.

According to National Highways South West, the lane closures are due to an “infrastructure defect”.

Motorists are facing major delays on the M5, near Bristol, due to an 'infrastructure defect'.placeholder image
Motorists are facing major delays on the M5, near Bristol, due to an 'infrastructure defect'. | National Highways

Motorists are reportedly facing delays of up to 30 minutes, with an estimated four miles of congestion on approach due to the incident.

A National Highways South West states: “Two lanes (of four) are closed on the M5 northbound Avonmouth Bridge between J19 Portishead and J18 Bristol due to an infrastructure defect.

“Delays of up to 30 minutes and approx. four miles congestion on approach.”

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