Flooding caused major disruption to rush hour traffic this morning (Tuesday).

The main road from the south of the island was closed at the bottom of Brown Cow Hill in Santon due to significant flooding.

Traffic backed up as vehicles tried to negotiate the floodwater.

The section of the road was then closed as fire crews and the highways teams pumped away the water.

Southbound traffic was diverted via Oatlands Road, while northbound vehicles were redirected off at the Blackboards.

Motorists were urged to avoid the area if possible and to follow the directions of emergency services.

The road has since reopened.

Drivers are being reminded to take extra care on the roads, with surface water and poor visibility making conditions hazardous in several parts of the island.

‘Stay safe and drive carefully in wet conditions,’ police added