This is why Cosham High Street was closed last night

Cosham High Street was closed last night by emergency services.
By Matthew Mohan-Hickson
Published 14th Nov 2019, 07:44 BST
Updated 14th Nov 2019, 12:25 BST
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Pompey Police tweeted to say that the road had been shut due to cladding being blown off a building due to the strong winds with the fire services also attending.

Portsmouth was battered by heavy rain and gusts throughout much of last night.

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Cosham High Street remained shut until around 8.40pm, when police tweeted to say it had re-opened.

Pompey Police wrote: ‘You'll be pleased to hear that Cosham High Street is back open again and all clear.

‘Thanks for your patience as always!’

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