This in from the council, in their own words. Ed
Following a period of wet weather, a large section of land fell onto the road and it has continued to move since then and remains unstable.
The road has since been closed and safety barriers erected to keep people away as the area is dangerous.
Councillor Luisa Hillard is Executive member for the environment and is also the local member for East Cowes. She said: “Following the long periods of adverse weather this winter, many coastal areas remain at risk and it is important all precautions are taken. Residents should make sure they keep well away from this dangerous area until it safe.
“It is a shame that the planned work of the East Cowes Community Partnership to manage the woodland and build a new footpath will need to be put on hold until such time as the area has stabilised.”
The council is continuing to monitor the area and will be in a better position to determine a way forward once the ground has stopped moving.
Image: © Martin Bower
