AN EMERGENCY road closure has been put in place in Havenstreet today (Monday).

Havenstreet Main Road has been closed, from its junction with Combley Road to its junction with Firestone Copse Road.

Island Roads says the closure is necessary for Southern Water to carryout emergency repairs.

The diversion will affect Combley Road, Briddlesford Road, Station Road, High Street, Kite Hill, Mill Square and Firestone Copse Road.

Isle of Wight County Press:

The diversion route.