A27 in Shoreham remains closed after crash between lorries

The A27 westbound between the A293 at Hangleton and the A270 at Holmbush, near Shoreham, was closed this morning, July 28, following a crash between two HGVs.[1] Emergency services attended the scene and a diversion was put in place for road users. National Highways reported that the road remains closed while recovery work and resurfacing is under way due to a large diesel spillage.

A lane may be reopened this evening. Sussex Police said the road is likely to remain closed for some time and there were no injuries or arrests. "Emergency services are attending the scene of a collision on the A27 westbound, just after the Southwick Tunnel," a spokeswoman said.

The scene of the crash on the A27 (Image: Sussex News and Pictures) "The collision happened around 9.30am this morning and involved two HGVs. "No serious injuries have been reported. No arrests have been made at this time.

"Full road closure of the A27 westbound is in place between the junction of A293 to the Southwick Tunnel. "The road is likely to be closed for some time, so we advise all drivers to avoid the area." A spokeswoman for West Sussex Fire and Rescue Service said: "This morning at 9.34am we were called to a road traffic collision involving two lorries on the A27 Westbound near Holmbush.

"Joint Fire Control mobilised three fire engines and a heavy rescue tender to the scene. "Upon arrival crews found one lorry leaking fuel. Firefighters made the scene safe.

"Sussex Police and paramedics from the South East Coast Ambulance Service are also in attendance.

"The A27 westbound is currently closed between Hove and Shoreham and people are being advised to avoid the area."

References

1. ^ closed this morning, July 28, following a crash between two HGVs. (www.theargus.co.uk)