A FLOOD warning and flood alert has been issued for the Isle of Wight this evening, following an extensive spell of heavy rainfall over the weekend.

The red warning was issued at 7.40pm for Monktonmead Brook at St Johns in Ryde, with the Environment Agency (EA) saying flooding expected and immediate action required.

It says the water level in the Monktonmead Brook recorded an increase of 55mm in its water level in just four hours this afternoon - more than a month’s rain.

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The EA says this evening, at St John's Station, water could flow from the railway tracks into the main buildings at the station depot.

It could also flood outbuildings and plant and vehicles near Park Road.

Heavy rain may continue to affect the area over the next five hours with the possibility of a further 30mm tonight.

The warning said: "Our operational staff are in the area working to keep the river clear of blockages.

"We continue to monitor the forecast. Please take action to protect property and consider moving vehicles away from low lying areas and depots next to the railway line."

"This Flood Warning will be updated at 10am (tomorrow)."

An amber flood alert has also been issued for the Eastern Yar.

The EA says  in the last 12 hours, 60mm of rain has been recorded at Wroxall.

While at Alverstone, the river is unlikely to peak until at least 7am tomorrow morning.