The A23 northbound in West Sussex has been closed between the A281 near Pyecombe and the B2117 near Bedlam Street following a serious collision that caused a large fuel spill. The incident has forced a full carriageway shutdown, resulting in major traffic delays.
Emergency crews from National Highways are currently at the scene cleaning up the hazardous fuel spill. Additional specialist teams are en route to assist with the recovery efforts and speed up the clearance process. Sussex Police are managing traffic flow and ensuring public safety amid the ongoing disruption.
Motorists are advised to follow official diversion signs and consider postponing journeys to avoid the affected area. Traffic is being rerouted through local roads, which may also experience congestion. For live updates, drivers can check the National Highways website, their mobile apps, or the regional X (formerly Twitter) feed.
For assistance, a 24/7 contact centre is available at 0300 123 5000.
Many drivers caught in the delays have expressed frustration and raised concerns about safety due to frequent fuel spills on busy routes. National Highways has assured the public that they are working swiftly and that the A23 will only reopen once it is safe to do so.
Stay tuned for further updates on this developing situation.
Originally published by UKNIP.
