Wales breaking news plus weather and traffic updates (Wednesday, May 27)

NewsLatest Wales NewsLIVEUpdated 13 mins agoWales breaking news plus weather and traffic updates (Wednesday, May 27)All of the latest news from across Wales and further afieldWe've got the latest updates for you from across Wales and beyond - keep checking back for the latest updatesNewsEllie Gosley Reporter Hello, and welcome to WalesOnline's live blog for Wednesday, May 27. We'll be bringing you all of the latest news from across Wales - whether you're on the move, at home or at work - as well as the latest traffic and travel. We'll also be keeping you informed of major news stories from the UK and overseas. Contribute to the live blog by posting your comments below, or tweet us @WalesOnline to share the news that's breaking in your area. Read the biggest stories in Wales first by signing up to our daily newsletter here. New UpdatesToday11:15 BSTSwimmers alarmed as sea turns brown at Welsh beach The sea at a famous Welsh beach turned brown during a scorching heatwave, prompting concern that a sewage spill had occurred. Natural Resources Wales (NRW) has addressed worries about the cloudy water at Porthdinllaen in Gwynedd and confirmed that the discolouration was not caused by a sewage spill. It was actually caused by algae, which the organisation has said it is "harmless." Read more here The sea turned brown at Porthdinllaen beach(Image: James Tatham) Ellie GosleyToday09:44 BSTReduced service on south Wales railwayThere is a reduced service on Transport for Wales trains between Ebbw Vale Town and Newport (South Wales) due to train repairs. Ellie GosleyToday09:00 BSTThunderstorms and shower risk ahead after Wales records hottest ever May dayThere is a risk that Wales could be hit with thunderstorms and showers after another record-breaking day of heat. Wales recorded its hottest May day ever for a second day running on Tuesday as temperatures climbed to a scorching 32.9C in Cardiff. Crowds have flocked to beaches and parks across the country in recent days to enjoy the unprecedented heat, while others have sought refuge indoors or at splashpads in a bid to stay cool. The Met Office confirmed that Bute Park in the Welsh capital recorded the highest temperature anywhere in Wales on Tuesday, surpassing Monday’s newly set May record of 32.2C at Hawarden Airport in Flintshire. The previous Welsh May temperature record had stood for more than 80 years - 30.6C recorded in Newport on May 29, 1944. According to forecasters at the Met Office, the peak of the heatwave has now passed but temperatures are still set to remain warm for the coming days which is creating a thunderstorm risk. Full story here Ellie Gosley‌ Today08:39 BSTUpdate on water calamity that left people unable to drink from the tap for daysThousands of people across Rhondda Cynon Taf have been told it is safe to drink tap water again after days of having to boil water before using it. Welsh Water issued a boil water notice for a large part of the county on Friday after an issue was identified "with the chemical process" used to treat drinking water. This meant residents were told to boil tap water before drinking, cooking or brushing teeth. Bottled water stations were set up across the county to provide residents with water in the midst of a heatwave. In an update on Tuesday evening, Welsh Water said the boil water notice had been lifted for all areas. A series of clear test results confirmed the water is safe to use as normal, the organisation said. Full story here Ellie GosleyToday07:48 BSTPolice tow away cars blocking road near heaving Welsh beachPolice were forced to move a number of cars which had parked illegally near a popular Welsh beach on Bank Holiday Monday. Officers attended Ogmore-by-Sea beach on the afternoon of May 25 to unblock the road. The beachside car park was completely full on another scorching day in Wales, leading many sunseekers to leave their vehicles along the B4524 in a desperate bid to not abandon their beach plans. The police said the road was blocked due to "the number of cars". Some cars were cleared from the area while others were left with cautionary police tap in a bid to clamp down on unofficial parking measures. Full details here Ellie GosleyToday07:24 BSTRoad near Abergavenny shut by police Gwent Police are at the scene of an incident on Hereford Road, Mardy, near Abergavenny. The road is currently closed between Greystones Avenue and Maindiff Drive. A post from Gwent Police asks people to avoid the area and find alternative routes where possible. Ellie Gosley‌ Today07:03 BSTWales records hottest ever May day for second day in a rowWales has recorded its hottest May day ever after temperatures climbed to a scorching 32.9C in Cardiff on Tuesday as crowds flocked to beaches and parks across the country to enjoy the unprecedented heat. The Met Office confirmed that Bute Park in the Welsh capital recorded the highest temperature anywhere in Wales on Tuesday, surpassing Monday’s newly set May record of 32.2C at Hawarden Airport in Flintshire. The previous Welsh May temperature record had stood for more than 80 years - 30.6C recorded in Newport on May 29, 1944. Temperatures across Wales have soared well beyond seasonal averages in recent days as much of the country has officially entered a heatwave. Read more here Ellie GosleyToday06:26 BSTToday's weather forecastVery warm, dry and sunny for most. Showers possible later. Here is the full Met Office forecast for Wales today: Another dry and sunny day, although there is a small chance of the odd shower developing and perhaps a few thunderstorms from late afternoon. Not as hot but still feeling very warm. Maximum temperature 29 °C.A bright and very warm evening. Dry for most but an increasing risk of showers moving across Wales overnight, these locally heavy and thundery in places. Cooler than recent nights. Minimum temperature 10 °C.Ellie GosleyToday06:09 BSTGood morningBore da and welcome to WalesOnline's daily news blog. The breaking news team is here to bring you all the latest news and updates today. Time to get started. Ellie GosleyFollow Wales Online:X (Twitter)InstagramComments‌ ‌ ‌