Firefighters are tackling an undergrowth fire on a hill side in Ventnor this evening (Tuesday).
Hampshire & Isle of Wight Fire and Rescue Service has mobilised appliances to Steephill Down Road, off Newport Road, where flames have taken hold of bushes.
The fire is threatening a block of garages on the southern side of the dead-end road, above Gills Cliff Road.
Fire crews are utilising hose reel jets to douse the fire and bring the situation under control.
The cause is currently unknown.
