Blazing Crash on A23 Near Devil’s Dyke Sparks Chaos
A massive four-vehicle pile-up slammed the A23 near the Devil’s Dyke slip road and Hove this afternoon at 3:17 PM. Three cars and a van were involved. One car burst into flames while another flipped onto its roof, sparking a frantic emergency response.
A27 Shutdown Brings Traffic to a Standstill
The crash has forced closures on the A27 in both directions, grinding traffic to a halt between the A2038 Hove and A283 Shoreham. Commuters face long delays and gridlock as firefighters and police battle to clear the wreckage.
Firefighters Issue Warning, Urge Drivers to Steer Clear
“We were called to a road 1 collision at 3:17 PM today between A23/A27 Westbound towards Devil’s Dyke Road. Road closures were put in place. Traffic has been badly affected both Eastbound and Westbound. Please avoid the area if you can. Thank you for your patience.” — East Sussex Fire and Rescue Service
Emergency crews remain on site, working to secure the scene and keep everyone safe. Drivers are urged to find alternative routes and stay clear of the chaos until the area reopens.
