A TREE which has fallen due to the strong winds has led to the closure of Calbourne Road between its junction with Betty Haunt Lane and Elm Lane this afternoon.

Island Roads contractors are attempting to clear away the tree.

Southern Vectis has announced that the number seven bus service via Calbourne will be diverted while the tree is removed. The diversion is from Newport via Gunville and Forest Road to Elm Lane, then to Calbourne.

UPDATED:

The road is now being reopened.