Firefighters join emergency response after collision on A-road in West Sussex

Firefighters assisted a large emergency response after a collision on the A283.

The incident was reported in Storrington, at 8pm, on Saturday (October 24).

West Sussex Fire and Rescue Service said – on X (formerly Twitter) – at 9.25pm: “We are currently at the scene of a road traffic collision on the A283 Water Lane in Storrington.

"The road is likely to remain closed until at least 10:30pm, so please avoid the area.”

Firefighters assisted a large emergency response after a collision on the A283. Photo: Google Earthplaceholder image
Firefighters assisted a large emergency response after a collision on the A283. Photo: Google Earth

The fire service later confirmed the road traffic collision involved two cars, on A283 Washington Road.

A spokesperson added: “Joint Fire Control sent three fire engines and a heavy rescue tender to the scene.

"Upon arrival firefighters assisted crews from South East Coast Ambulance Service and Sussex Police in making the scene safe.

"The highway was closed in both directions while emergency services responded to the incident."

Sussex Police said no-one was hurt in the collision.

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