A serious collision on the A27 at Falmer, Brighton, has caused significant traffic disruption throughout the day. Emergency services, including Sussex Police and National Highways, have been on the scene managing the situation and working to reopen the road.
Sussex Police have confirmed that the A27 has fully reopened following the earlier crash at Falmer. A spokesperson said, “The A27 road closure has now been lifted following an earlier incident in Falmer. Please allow time for the congestion to ease. We thank the public for their patience.
Long queues of up to three miles were reported earlier as traffic built up in both directions due to the closure.
The eastbound carriageway on the A27 has reopened, while the westbound remains closed. Sussex Police expect the westbound side to reopen later in the afternoon. They advised motorists to use alternate routes while emergency services continued their work.
Congestion is reported to extend before Ashcombe Roundabout and towards Woodingdean. Sensors confirm that the eastbound side ha
A spokesperson from Sussex Police said: “The A27 is closed in both directions between Hollingbury and Falmer following a serious collision. We ask those travelling to take alternate routes while emergency services work at the scene. Thank you in advance for
A National Highways spokesperson said: “The A27 in East Sussex is closed in both directions between the B2123 (Falmer) and the A23 (Brighton) due to a serious collision. All emergency services including Sussex Police are in attendance. National Highways contractors will also be assisting with traffic management.
They added that the road is expected to remain closed well into the afternoon, advising motorists to plan ahead, consider alternative routes, or delay their journeys.
The A27 at Falmer Hill was closed both ways following a crash at the B2123 The Drove (Falmer / Rottingdean Junction), near the Amex Stadium. Severe delays were reported in both directions, causing congestion throughout the area.
Motorists are advised to stay updated on traffic developments and to seek alternative routes as congestion eases following the reopening of the road.
