Where can I check road closures and diversions during severe weather in Gibraltar?
Short answer
The Royal Gibraltar Police publishes road closures and diversions during severe weather, on its website police.gi and its WhatsApp channel. HM Government of Gibraltar storm updates on gibraltar.gov.gi also list major closures.
Check Royal Gibraltar Police news
Detailed answer
The Royal Gibraltar Police publishes road closures and diversions during severe weather. HM Government of Gibraltar confirmed this when it introduced Yellow, Amber and Red weather warnings on Tuesday 20 October 2026.
Where to check
- RGP website: news and updates on police.gi.
- RGP WhatsApp channel: set up to share information such as road closures.
- Government storm updates: press releases on gibraltar.gov.gi have listed closures and travel advice.
Roads affected in past storms
- The road to Camp Bay, after rock falls
- Dudley Ward Tunnel, between the Blackstrap Cove lay-by and Europa Advance Road
- Sir Herbert Miles Road between the MOT Test Centre and Catalan Bay, after a rock fall
- Hardings Way at Europa Point, because of loose hoarding and debris
- Roads around building sites in the north district, with traffic from Spain diverted round the east side
The RGP has also advised moped riders, motorcyclists and pedestrians to avoid the east side in strong winds, particularly the approaches to Dudley Ward Tunnel.
Police driving advice
Travel only if absolutely necessary, reduce speed, brake earlier and leave a larger gap. Cyclists, PLET users and motorcyclists should take particular care in gusts.
Emergencies
Call the police on 199.