Good morning! 👋
A chilly start to Friday across Gloucestershire, with early temperatures around 5°C. Rain is expected to gradually clear through the day, leaving brighter but cold conditions.
Here’s your daily briefing
✅ M5 UPDATE
M5 Northbound (Gloucester / Cheltenham area)
The motorway is open and running this morning following overnight disruption.
⚠️ Residual delays are still possible after emergency repairs.
• Allow extra time during peak periods
• Watch for temporary speed restrictions
• Conditions may vary through the morning
⛔ FLOOD DISRUPTION (Still Active)
A417 – Maisemore
The route remains affected by flooding / closures.
• Avoid low-lying Severn routes where possible
• Diversions continue via A40 / A48 corridors
• Standing water remains a risk
Tewkesbury Area
Low-lying roads and river crossings including Haw Bridge remain impacted.
River levels are falling slowly — do not attempt to drive through floodwater.
🚧 ROADWORKS & LONG-TERM ISSUES
A38 – South Gloucestershire (Thornbury / Alveston)
Ongoing works continue to affect journeys towards Bristol.
• Expect diversions and layout restrictions
• Allow extra time, especially later today
Forest of Dean – Lydney
The B4234 Forest Road remains closed long-term for major works.
🚆 TRAINS
Passengers travelling towards London or South Wales today should check live departures before setting off.
Short-notice delays or cancellations remain possible during recovery and engineering periods.
☁️ WEATHER & CONDITIONS
Today: Rain gradually clearing with brighter spells developing.
🌡️ Highs around 7°C
Tonight: Turning cold with temperatures dropping towards -1°C
⚠️ Risk of icy patches early Saturday morning
👇 COMMUNITY CHECK-IN
Commuting this morning? Let others know how conditions are where you are 👍
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