Deluge Chaos! Ryde to Sandown Road Shut as Floods Wreak Havoc
Severe flooding has forced the closure of the main Ryde to Sandown road on Morton Common, Brading. Torrential rain has swollen the Eastern Yar river, turning key routes into no-go zones and grinding travel to a halt.
Road Closures Spark Major Diversions
Island Roads shut the road both ways between Yarbridge and Perowne Way/Avenue Road. Drivers must now detour through Yaverland and Culver Parade to dodge the floodwaters. Safety comes first, but the disruption is causing headaches for locals.
Bus Routes Reprogrammed
Public transport is feeling the squeeze, too. Southern Vectis has rerouted Routes 2 and 3 buses via Yaverland in both directions. The move aims to keep buses running smoothly despite the shutdown.
Environment Agency Issues Flood Warning
The Environment Agency warns flooding will plague low-lying areas for days yet. They’re battling the surge by using the Bembridge sluice to drain water to sea between high tides — but flooding around Morton continues unabated.
More Road Woes: Landslip and Flooding Close Additional Roads
- Horwell Shute remains shut after a massive landslip dumped 200 tonnes of earth onto the road on Monday. Clearing is on hold until the ground stabilises to avoid further slides.
- Appleford Road in Chale at Leechmore Cross is also closed due to flooding.
Stay Alert – Travel Advice from Authorities
Authorities urge residents and commuters to stay updated on conditions and follow official advice. With relentless rain hammering the region, caution is essential. Island Roads and emergency teams are racing to fix problems and reopen roads safely.
