A BROKEN down vehicle sparked heavy congestion on the A494 in Deeside this afternoon (Tuesday, October 29).

Traffic Wales said the breakdown was affecting eastbound traffic between Aston Hill and Queensferry.

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Lane 1 was closed and Traffic Officers attended.

There was heavy congestion in the area for around an hour and motorists were warned to expect delays.  

The vehicle has since been recovered and traffic has returned to normal.