Evacuation of the area
The majority of affected residents have been evacuated. To ensure that affected residents stay safe, we recommend those that have not yet done so, vacate their properties and make alternative arrangements for overnight accommodation.
Evacuated residents are advised to only return to their properties between the hours of 10:00 and 16:00 and for short periods of time, to manage safe access to and from properties.
Road closures
Island Roads have closed the road between Bonchurch Shute and Shanklin. We are working with the Police and Island Roads to provide access to Leeson Road that enables evacuated residents to access their properties safely, whilst maintaining security for properties. Keep up to date with the latest road closures on the Island Roads Website.
Please stay away from the area
We strongly advise people to stay away from the Bonchurch area affected by the landslide. Footpath closures and road barriers are in place in the surrounding area until further notice.
Security for properties affected
We are currently working with partners to provide security for properties affected by the landslide. Please be aware that security staff will be monitoring the area overnight and will be using flashlights to do so.
Helpline
If you need help following the landslide in the Bonchurch area please call 01983 823111.
Phone lines are open:
- Monday to Friday 8am – 6pm
- Saturday mornings 9am – 1pm