A major emergency response was triggered by a bus crash in Kidwelly, Wales, with two air ambulances on-site and 26 people reported injured. The incident, involving a public bus on the A484 road, has led to road closures, urging the public to avoid the area. Traffic delays are already being observed due to the crash, described as a “major incident.”
Welsh Government minister Heledd Fychan addressed the crash at the Senedd, stating that emergency services are actively managing the situation and advising the public to steer clear of the area until further notice. Witnesses near the crash site mentioned that the bus appeared to have overturned.
Dyfed-Powys Police confirmed the incident and the closure of the road between Kidwelly roundabout at Parc y Bocs and Llandyfaelog, asking motorists to seek alternate routes. The presence of two air ambulances at the scene, along with other emergency services, has been confirmed. It is recommended that the public refrain from approaching the area until updates are provided.
Flight tracking data shows the landing of the air ambulances, further confirming the severity of the situation. The authorities are actively managing the major incident, and updates will be provided as more information becomes available.