A crash on the A470 near Taffs Well has caused significant delays for traffic heading toward Cardiff on Monday morning. The collision, which occurred shortly after 7am, has led to congestion on the southbound carriageway before the Taffs Well interchange, with queues stretching back to Glyntaff.
Delays of up to 40 minutes
Traffic monitoring systems are reporting delays of up to 40 minutes in the area. Pictures from traffic cameras show the aftermath of the collision, with multiple vehicles positioned on either side of the road.
The AA and traffic monitoring service Inrix are reporting that the southbound route is partially blocked, although traffic appeared to be at a standstill as of 7.30am.
Travel impact
Traffic is increasing in the area, and drivers are advised to expect significant disruption on the approach to the Taffs Well interchange. The incident is affecting the morning commute into Cardiff, with congestion expected to persist while the scene is cleared.
