Yaverland cliff fall

Dramatic cliff fall in Yaverland sparks emergency call out

A large cliff fall in Yaverland has resulted in call outs for emergency services.

Sandown and Shanklin Independent Lifeboat and the Coastguard are both on the scene.

The cliff fall was reported at around 10.30am and it was initially believed that three people could be trapped.

They’ve now been accounted for and there are no casulaties, but members of the public are being advised to remain well clear of the cliff and beach.

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Yaverland cliff fall
Yaverland cliff fall

Image: © Sandown and Shanklin Independent Lifeboat