Latest information and advice on staying safe
Last updated: 9.39am 4 March 2024
Keep safe and well whilst high winds and storm alerts are in place by following this advice and guidance.
Keep safe this winter with our advice and guidance for you, your friends, family and neighbours. Please keep an eye out especially for vulnerable people in your community who may need additional support.
Please check the Met Office weather warnings website for the latest weather information.
Please see our road closures section.
Environment Agency warnings and alerts are in place in parts of the county. The live updates also link through to advice on preparing for potential flooding.
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Please plan ahead and anticipate hazards on the road, including standing water and fallen trees, and adhere to road closure and diversion route signage. Be cautious around flooded areas and stay away from the water’s edge.
Road closures
Thank you to everyone for your patience while our Highways teams tackle the impact of severe weather.
Unfortunately, even the most efficient highway drainage systems can be overwhelmed in severe conditions, forcing some roads to be closed. Privately-owned land surrounding the highway will often also be overwhelmed in these circumstances. In some areas, highway drainage is reliant on a surrounding watercourse, such as a stream, however if the watercourse is over capacity, highway water cannot drain away. Our Highways teams are working around the clock to respond to the impacts of the wet weather and will remain on standby over the coming days.
Location |
Closure type |
A29, Shripney Road between Saltbox Roundabout and Lidsey Road |
Road closed |
The A29 Bury Road, north of The Hollow |
Road open |
A281, Guildford Road, East of Bucks Green, Rudgwick. |
Road open (two-way traffic lights removed) |
West Chiltington Road, at Panners Drive |
Full closure: latest update |
B2037 Antlands Lane, near Gatwick Airport, between the M23 overbridge and Balcombe Road |
Road reopened |
A29 Church Hill, Pulborough |
Road reopened under traffic-light control |
Useful links and further advice
Please continue to report issues on the highways so we can attend to them quickly:
- If the issue is an emergency and presents an immediate risk to public safety, phone: 01243 642105. (We ask members of the public to ensure that they are only calling to report emergency issues during this period to enable our teams to focus on immediate safety issues on the network)
- Report problems with flooding, blocked drains and gullies here Flooding, blocked drains and gullies - West Sussex County Council
- Report an issue with fallen trees here Trees, hedges, weeds and grass - West Sussex County Council
Flooding can cause a range of health problems. Advice is available on keeping you and your family safe while cleaning up your home affected by flooding.
During an emergency situation, your mental health and emotional wellbeing are just as important as your physical health. See our mental health advice page for support and help available.
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