Man with life-threatening injuries rescued from River Wye in Powys
Man critically injured in River Wye rescue in Powys

A man has been taken to hospital with life-threatening injuries after entering the River Wye near a bridge in Powys.

Emergency Response at Erwood Bridge

Dyfed-Powys Police received a report of concern for the welfare of an individual in the river on Wednesday near Erwood Bridge on the B4567.

Emergency services attended the scene, with the road between the Aberedw turn-off and the Painscastle turning closed for several hours while the incident was dealt with.

Man Brought to Safety

Police confirmed that the man was brought to safety before being taken to hospital with life-threatening injuries. The road was officially reopened at 10am.