Man injured following collision involving overturned cement truck on East Sussex road
A man has been hospitalised following a collision involving an overturned cement truck on a road in East Sussex.
Sussex Police confirmed that the eastbound carriageway of the A27 between Beddingham and Polegate had been closed due to the collision which took place at approximately 9.30am on Monday, November 24.
A spokesperson for the force added that one man had been taken to hospital following the crash and that no arrests had been made.
National Highways later confirmed that that the westbound carriageway of the A27, which had been closed, reopened following a brief closure.
The spokesperson added: “The A27 was initially closed in both directions following the incident near Berwick Roundabout to provide the emergency services with a safe working environment.
“The westbound carriageway has since reopened. The eastbound carriageway remains closed to allow recovery and clear up works to take place.
“National Highways teams are assisting Sussex Police with traffic management.”
National Highways also advised road users to following diversion symbols while recovery works took place.
The spokesperson added: “Road users are advised to follow the hollow diamond diversion symbol visible on local road signs.
“Exit the A27 at the Southerham Roundabout onto the A26 northbound.
“Travel through the Cuilfail tunnel and continue on the A26.
“At Earwig Corner turn right onto the B2192 towards Heathfield/Ringmer
“Continue on the B2192 for approximately 2 miles to the roundabout with the B2124.
“Take the 2nd exit onto the B2124 and travel until the junction with the A22, approximately 5 miles.
“Remain on the A22 to the Cop Hall Roundabout with the A27
“Resume travel on the A27.
“If this closure impacts on your planned route, please allow extra journey time. Plan ahead, you may wish to re-route or even delay your journey.”
National Highways later confirmed that the road was reopened at approximately 3.30pm the same day.