Hampshire weather: Latest traffic, travel and weather updates as strong winds continues across the Portsmouth area

The Met Office’s alert for strong winds is in force until 9am.

The warning covers Portsmouth, Gosport, Havant, Hayling Island, Fareham and Waterlooville.

On its website the Met Office said: ‘A spell of disruptive winds is likely from Monday afternoon until Tuesday morning.

‘Some delays to road, rail, air and ferry transport are likely.

‘Probably some bus and train services affected, with some journeys taking longer.

‘Delays for high-sided vehicles on exposed routes and bridges likely.

‘Damage to outdoor temporary structures possible, with some tree branches down too.

‘It’s likely that some coastal routes, sea fronts and coastal communities will be affected by spray and/or large waves.

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