As gusts of up to 60mph batter the Island - the Laxey to Ramsey Coast Road is currently blocked due to a fallen tree.
Officers have confirmed a tree is down just north of the junction with Mines Road in Laxey - and are urging motorists to use an alternative route.
A yellow weather warning for severe gales is currently in place until 11am.
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