TRAFFIC is starting to ease after a crash caused prolonged delays on the A3057 Northbound between Southampton and Romsey. 

The incident took place on the M271, which links the M27 with the A3057, and has been linked to 'miles' of queues on the motorway between Southampton and the New Forest.

Southampton Travel released the following statement on Twitter: "An incident has occurred on M271 Northbound and the road is currently under lane restriction whilst emergency services attend. Please approach with caution and plan any journeys if using this route."

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A map showing the delays south of Romsey (Image: Romanse)

The crash has now been cleared up and all lanes are open on the M27, however, online maps are still showing serious congestion on the A3057 Northbound.

It is unclear at this point whether anyone was hurt in the crash.

We will update you as soon as we know more.