A crash has closed a road near Whiteley Bank this morning (Thursday).

Emergency crews are on the scene and traffic is heavy in the area.

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The incident is near the bridge on the A3020, Shanklin Road - close to temporary traffic lights.

Hampshire Constabulary says it was called at 7.36am, to an incident involving a motorcycle and a van.

No serious injuries have been reported.

The road is temporarily closed.

Diversions are in place and Southern Vectis' Route 2 buses are taking a different route.

They are diverting from Whiteley Bank to Newport Road, Merrie Gardens roundabout, and Landguard Road to Shanklin bus station.

Cliff Bridge and Shanklin library will not be served.

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Isle of Wight County Press:

Update at 11am**

The road is now clear.