Another vehicle fire on the A27 in Chichester

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Traffic on the A27 around Chichester was gridlocked once again after a second vehicle fire in just a week and reports of a crash.

West Sussex Fire & Rescue crews were called to the scene near the Stockbridge Roundabout, where the road was closed in both directions, yesterday afternoon (07/08/2025)

Drivers were urged to avoid the area and allow emergency services to manage the incident safely.

A spokesperson for West Sussex Fire & Rescue Service said: “Yesterday we were called at 3.09pm to a car fire on the A27 Stockbridge Roundabout, Chichester.

“Joint Fire Control mobilised three fire engines to the scene.

“Upon arrival crews found a car well alight. Firefighters wearing breathing apparatus extinguished the fire using a hose reel.

“Crews left the scene at 4.08pm.”

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