Around 20 cars stuck in flood water after heavy rain causes chaos

Around 20 cars became stuck in flood water on the A27 between Chichester and Havant on Wednesday night due to heavy rain

Published 17th Nov 2022
Last updated 17th Nov 2022

Motorists were warned to stay off the roads as downpours caused "miserable conditions" overnight.

West Sussex Fire and Rescue Service posted on Twitter: "Police on the scene and the road closed in both directions.

"We are attending with specialist equipment to help bring people to safety. AVOID THE AREA and only travel if necessary."

On the Isle of Wight, flooding has caused the cancellation of trains on the Island Line until 9am (Thursday).

Motorists have also been warned of "heavy delays" around the A27 and A3M near Havant, Hampshire, because of flooding caused by the rain.

Police in Winchester, Hampshire, have also advised of a large tree coming down and blocking a road in Swanmore.

Meanwhile, the Environment Agency had issued three flood warnings and 43 flood alerts mostly across the south coast.

Luke Potter from Selsey posted this video on Facebook:

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