A serious bus crash on the A484 in Kidwelly, Carmarthenshire, has prompted a major incident declaration, with two air ambulances dispatched to the scene and reports of several injuries. The collision involved a public bus near the Kidwelly roundabout at Parc y Bocs, leading to an immediate emergency response from Dyfed Powys Police and other services.
Road Closure and Public Warning
Police have closed the A484 between the Kidwelly roundabout and Llandyfaelog, and the road is expected to remain shut for an extended period. Motorists are advised to seek alternative routes, and members of the public are urged to stay away from the area to allow emergency services to operate. Traffic monitoring systems are already reporting long delays.
Police Statement on the Incident
A Dyfed Powys Police spokesperson said: "Officers are dealing with a major incident in Kidwelly, following a report of a collision involving a bus on the A484 near the Kidwelly roundabout (Parc y Bocs). The road is closed between the Kidwelly roundabout at Parc y Bocs and Llandyfaelog, and motorists are asked to find alternative routes. Emergency services are on scene and members of the public are asked to stay away from the area until further notice."
Emergency Response and Injuries
Two air ambulances have landed at the scene, indicating the severity of the injuries sustained. The exact number of casualties has not yet been confirmed, but multiple injuries have been reported. The incident is being treated as a major emergency, with police, ambulance, and fire services coordinating their efforts.
