Mainn route shut as storm brings down tree
A MAJOR Hampshire road is completely closed this morning as the county is hit by more severe weather.
The A36 Salisbury Road is shut both ways for most of this morning while the Highways Agency clears the large tree near West Wellow which came down at about 4am amid storm force winds.
The tree came down on a power cable, but it is unclear at the moment whether any residents have been hit with a power cut.
The Met Offices say strong winds and heavy rain is set to hit Hampshire this morning as commuters return to work after the Christmas break.
Ferry firm Red Funnel is also warning of possible delays on its Southampton to Cowes route.
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