Worthing's Marine Parade closed by fire service in both directions

A large proportion of Worthing's seafront road has been closed by the fire service this afternoon (June 16).
Workers tackling a burst water main in Worthing's Marine ParadeWorkers tackling a burst water main in Worthing's Marine Parade
Workers tackling a burst water main in Worthing's Marine Parade

A spokesman for West Sussex Fire and Rescue Service said Marine Parade was closed in both directions from the pier to Heene Road.

A burst water main had caused 'a lot of damage', the spokesman said.

The service were called at around 11.45am, the spokesman added.

In a Facebook post, the service warned the public to stay away from the area.