Part of Ventnor seafront closed off for safety reasons
A section of sea wall has been damaged
Part of a sea wall in Ventnor has been closed off for safety reasons.
Isle of Wight Council says a large void and cracking has appeared in the concrete defences following recent stormy weather.
We're told it's a precautionary measure following a site inspection just beyond Ventnor Skatepark.
Natasha Dix, the council's strategic manager for environment, said: "Following our inspection this morning, we believe it is not safe for people to be walking on this section of the wall until we have a clear idea of the extent of the damage.
"The area will be monitored daily, and a full engineering inspection will take place when it is safe to do so."