A POWYS road has been closed due to a fuel spillage.

Dyfed Powys Police confirmed that the A479 between Talgarth and Cwmdu is closed following a diesel spill.

The force had initially warned drivers to take care when traveling, but then released an update saying the incident had resulted in the road being closed.

“Road closed, A479 Talgarth to Cwmdu due to a diesel spill,” Dyfed Powys Police tweeted. “Please avoid if possible. Thanks for your patience.”