Severe traffic predicted as five cruise ships dock in Southampton today
SEVERE traffic problems are expected this afternoon due to five cruise ships being in Southampton docks.
Crown Princess, Norwegian Getaway, Navigator of the Seas, Queen Elizabeth and AIDAPrima will all be docked in the city this afternoon.
Not just big container ships in @ABPSouthampton this weekend 12 cruise ships too starting with 5 today = population of Torquay on the water!
— Hants Marine Unit (@HantspolMarine) May 12, 2017
Hants Marine Police have predicted that the equivalent of the population of Torquay - about 65,000 people - will be on the water over the weekend.
Police are advising drivers that areas of the city, particularly around West Quay Road, will be very busy.
Motorists are advised to check their routes before travelling.
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