Fallen power lines close A420 near Chippenham (Image: Newsquest)
FALLEN power lines have closed the A420 at Ford near Chippenham.
The emergency services shut the road at 1pm today and estimated that it will take five to six hours for the power lines to be removed and repaired.
Local diversions are being set up and motorists should avoid the area if possible.
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