Storm Isha closes A40 near Ross-on-Wye in Herefordshire

West Mercia Police has said the A40 is shut between Goodrich and Wilton, near Ross-on-Wye, due to several crashes and a fallen tree.

The A40 South West of Ross on Wye is closed northbound towards Ross due to a tree being blown down and multiple RTCs. There is a major tailback of traffic. Please find an alternative route. @WMerciaPolice

— West Mercia Operations & Communications Centre (@WestMerciaOCC) January 21, 2024

We are receiving reports of multiple RTCs between Monmouth and Ross on Wye due to weather and falling trees. Please DO NOT take the A40 towards Ross as there are multiple hazards.@WMerciaPolice

— West Mercia Operations & Communications Centre (@WestMerciaOCC) January 21, 2024

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It seems that south Herefordshire is being particularly hit hard by the blustery weather, with fallen trees also blocking the B4221 near Upton and the B4234 in Walford, near Kerne Bridge.

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National Grid has also reported that a total of 130 properties are without power north of Ross-on-Wye, while a further 137 have been hit in the HR2 postcode area of the county. 

There is currently an amber weather warning for wind in place for Herefordshire, with strong winds set to continue overnight and into tomorrow morning (Monday).

An amber warning means there is a good chance of power cuts, which may affect services such as mobile phone coverage.

There may also be damage to buildings, such as tiles being blown from roofs. Journey times will also take longer, with some roads and bridges likely to be closed.