The M4 eastbound is experiencing significant delays this morning after a collision left the motorway partially blocked near Newport. The incident has led to long queues building during the Monday morning rush hour, affecting drivers between junction 25 at Caerleon and junction 24 at Coldra.
Details of the Incident
According to traffic monitoring site Inrix, the M4 eastbound is partially blocked due to an accident. The report states: 'M4 Eastbound partially blocked, queueing traffic due to accident from J25 B4596 Caerleon Road (Caerleon) to J24 A449 (Coldra).' The crash was first reported early on Monday, July 13, 2026, with updates continuing through the morning.
Impact on Commuters
Motorists are facing long delays as queues build up in the affected area. The partial blockage is causing congestion that is likely to extend travel times significantly. Drivers are advised to seek alternative routes where possible to avoid the disruption. National Highways has been monitoring the situation, and updates are expected as the incident is cleared.
Live Coverage
This is a live blog providing ongoing coverage of the M4 traffic situation. Further updates will be posted as more information becomes available regarding the clearance of the accident and the restoration of normal traffic flow.
