MOTORISTS have faced delays on one of the main routes out of Southampton  this afternoon due to a crash.

A black hatchback has been damaged in the collision and has since been moved, with all three lanes of the westbound A35 Redbridge Causeway now open again.

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Hampshire Fire and Rescue are on the scene, as are South Central Ambulance Service and delays are persisting despite all lanes being reopened.

The collision had partially blocked the road, leading to traffic queuing on the way out of the city.

Southampton City Council's highways team says all of the inbound lanes are now open and two lanes are open outbound.

With emergency services still on the scene motorists are advised to drive carefully in the area.

Delays of up to 30 minutes are being reported by drivers currently inching along the road.