Driver Loses Control on Wet A23, Slams Lamp Post
Single-Car Crash on A23 After Hitting Standing Water
Sussex Roads police have issued a stern warning after a car smashed into a lamp post this morning on the A23 southbound near the A272 Cowfold Road (Bolney Cross). The cause? The vehicle hit a patch of standing water, causing the driver to lose control.
Passengers Escape Serious Injury
Thankfully, the passengers walked away with no serious injuries – a stroke of luck given how dangerous wet roads can get.
Police Urge Drivers: Beware of Aquaplaning
After the incident, Sussex Roads police tweeted: “Please drive to the conditions. Waterproofs were definitely in use today.” They warned that standing water can cause dangerous aquaplaning, leading to loss of control and crashes.
Motorists are urged to slow down and be extra cautious on wet surfaces to avoid similar accidents. Don’t let damp roads catch you out!
