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Tractor Plant Rips Off, Smashes Barrier and Car
The chaos unfolded when the rear plant machinery of a tractor tore <a href=”https:///www.uknip.co.<a href=”https:///www.uknip.co.<a href=”https:///www.uknip.co.<a href=”https:///www.uknip.co.<a href=”https:///www.uknip.co.%%UKNIP_ANCHOR_7%%loose. It first slammed into a crash barrier before hitting a car that was overtaking. Miraculously, no one was hurt.
Road Still Closed as Clean-Up Continues
By Wednesday night, both carriageways remained shut. Sussex Police confirmed <a href=”https:///uknip.co.<a href=”https:///www.uknip.co.<a href=”https:///www.uknip.co.<a href=”https:///www.uknip.co.<a href=”https:///www.uknip.co.%%UKNIP_ANCHOR_8%% crews battled to clear debris, deal with spillage, and make the stretch safe.
"The closure is likely to last into the evening due to extensive cleaning," a police spokesperson said. "Please expect delays and plan your journey accordingly. We thank drivers for their patience."
Travel Chaos Hits Commuters
The prolonged shutdown caused misery for motorists, with officials urging drivers to seek alternative routes between Hastings and Bexhill.
