UPDATE: The road has now re-opened.

PREVIOUSLY: A major route into Wisbech is blocked after Storm Ciara's 70mph winds in the area brought down a tree across the A1101 at Churchill Road.

The road is blocked heading towards the town centre and is likely to be for a number of hours. Police are advising motorists to use an alternate route where possible.

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A tree has come down due to heavy winds. (28749754)

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