The A272 has been closed after an oak tree fell on the carriageway.

West Sussex Fire and Rescue Service are currently at the scene of the incident, trying to clear the branches from the road, between Petworth and Wisborough Green.

A spokeswoman for West Sussex Fire and Rescue Service said: "We are currently in attendance at a dangerous structure in Petworth on the A272.

"The road is closed because a large oak tree has fallen across the carriageway and we are awaiting recovery."