A27 closed in East Sussex following collision

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A section of the A27 in Sussex is closed following a collision today (Saturday, December 14).

The A27 in Patcham is currently closed westbound, towards Devil's Dyke Road.

It comes following a collision between two cars and a van, according to AA Traffic News. One of the cars reportedly subsequently caught car fire.

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Traffic has been ‘badly affected’ eastbound and westbound, according to East Sussex Fire and Rescue Service (ESFRS).

Emergency services attended the incident on the A27. Photo: Sussex News and PicturesEmergency services attended the incident on the A27. Photo: Sussex News and Pictures
Emergency services attended the incident on the A27. Photo: Sussex News and Pictures

Delays have reached roughly 15 minutes on A23 London Road Southbound between A23 and Mill Road.

A spokesperson for ESFRS said: “Road closures were put in place.

"Please avoid the area if you can. Thank you for your patience.”

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