VIDEO: Firefighters caught in Horsham traffic chaos

Firefighters became trapped in the traffic chaos caused by the roadworks along Albion Way, in Horsham, whilst trying to attend a fire this afternoon (August 25).
Fire appliance stuck in road works traffic in Horsham. Pic Steve Robards   SR1520699 SUS-150825-165148001Fire appliance stuck in road works traffic in Horsham. Pic Steve Robards   SR1520699 SUS-150825-165148001
Fire appliance stuck in road works traffic in Horsham. Pic Steve Robards SR1520699 SUS-150825-165148001

Crews sat in traffic for more than minute whilst they waited for vehicles to let them through.

The works started at the beginning of August and have been described by residents as chaotic and a shambles.

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Firefighters were attending a vehicle fire outside Barns Green and were called shortly after 4.20pm.

Fire appliance stuck in road works traffic in Horsham. Pic Steve Robards   SR1520699 SUS-150825-165148001Fire appliance stuck in road works traffic in Horsham. Pic Steve Robards   SR1520699 SUS-150825-165148001
Fire appliance stuck in road works traffic in Horsham. Pic Steve Robards SR1520699 SUS-150825-165148001

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