Buses are diverting in Freshwater after a crash involving a car and a motorbike.
Route 7 was affected by the incident on Copse Lane/Pixley Hill, diverting via Wilmingham Lane and Afton Road, between Yarmouth and Freshwater.
A crew from Freshwater fire station was among those called to Pixley Hill at about 8:20am, to make the scene safe after a fuel and oil leak.
Hampshire Constabulary was also at the scene.
A spokesperson said: "We were called at 8.18am, to a report of a collision on Copse Lane, involving a van and motorcycle.
"Officers are in attendance and the road has been closed due to a fuel leak."
UPDATE 9.40pm:
A spokesperson for Freshwater Fire Station said: "This is 20-year-old Oliver from Freshwater smiling from his hospital bed this evening.
"Thankfully, apart from a lot of bruising and a couple of small stitches, Oliver is doing fine and is spending the night in St Mary’s, hoping to return home tomorrow to continue his recovery.
"After Oliver’s motorcycle and a van collided this morning while he was travelling to work, Oliver was thrown around five metres along the road, landing on the tarmac.
"Oliver’s bike was severely damaged but very sensibly he was wearing proper protective bike gear and helmet which without doubt saved him from serious injury.
"We wish Oliver well as he continues to recover."
Oliver’s mum, Lisa, thanked the emergency services. She said: “I want to say a massive thank you to all those involved in helping my son after his accident today.
"Ollie was incredibly lucky to have not sustained any serious injuries, I’m a very grateful mummy."
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