MOTORISTS should take care driving through Whippingham after three cars collided.

The accident happened just up the road from yesterday's fatal collision.

Scroll down for two videos from the scene

Eye witnesses told the County Press two cars collided and Southern Vectis has tweeted saying there are three cars involved.

The bus operator sid: "Three vehicle accident on Whippingham Road. Delays to routes 4 and 5 are inevitable. Please allow time for your trip and any ongoing connections."

The accident happened outside Priory School, and tailbacks are already building.

More to follow.

Isle of Wight County Press:

Red shows the heaviest traffic.

The Hampshire and Isle of Wight Fire and Rescue Service has sent a crew from Newport to the scene, after getting a call at 4.26pm. However, this has now left the scene.

The Isle of Wight Ambulance Service and Isle of Wight Police are present at the scene.

Traffic is flowing, after being diverted via the layby outside the school.

 

 

6pm: The road is now clear.