The M4 was closed between junction 10 and 11 near Reading in both directions from 23:00 last night (17 February) due to a Scottish and Southern Electricity Networks (SSEN) electrical tower requiring emergency repairs.

National Highways advised drivers to plan ahead and follow the alternative routes after the tower was struck by a falling tree. Drivers travelling westbound are advised to leave the M4 at junction 10 and join the A329(M) towards Reading, while those heading eastbound should exit at junction 11 and follow the B3270 Lower Earley Way.

A National Highways spokesperson said that they expect long delays on local roads in the area of the closure.

National Highways says the work by Southern Electricity Networks is likely to continue throughout the morning and diversions are in place for traffic travelling in both directions.

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