Live updates as A5 in Conwy closed due to a fallen tree
The A5 has been closed due to a fallen tree.
This has happened between Betws-y-Coed and Capel Curig.
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09:01Owen Hughes
Scene of closure
This is where the tree has come down.
One person posted earlier this morning: "Tree down at the army camp, Capel Curig. Council reckon it will be a good couple of hours."
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Live updates as A5 in Conwy closed due to a fallen tree
The A5 has been closed due to a fallen tree. This has happened between Betws-y-Coed and Capel Curig. We will bring you all the latest as we get it via the live blog below. Get all the big headlines, pictures, analysis, opinion and video on the stories that matter to you. If you have some information you can contact us by following our Twitter feed @northwaleslive - the official North Wales Live account - real news in real time. Or like - your must-see news, features, videos and pictures throughout the day from the North Wales Live. Don't forget you can also keep up to date with the latest via the free North Wales Live app. Download it for Apple devices here and Android devices here. 09:01Owen Hughes Scene of closure This is where the tree has come down. One person posted earlier this morning: "Tree down at the army camp, Capel Curig. Council reckon it will be a good couple of hours."
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