Travellers in Wales have been told to prepare for hours of disruptions to trains after a vehicle collided with a bridge.

The incident, which occurred in the Cwmbran area, means urgent repairs need to be done on the bridge. As a result, all lines are blocked between Newport South Wales and Hereford.

Transport for Wales said: "Train services running through these stations will be cancelled. Disruption is expected until 13:00 09/11."

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