The blaze broke out on Greatham Bridge, a Grade II-listed structure spanning the River Arun between Parham and Coldwaltham. West Sussex Fire and Rescue Service said they were called at 5.22pm on Friday, July 31, and that two cars were alight upon arrival. A spokesman said: "We were called at 5.22pm on Friday 31 July to a small vehicle fire on Greatham Bridge, Greatham. The incident has led to the closure of the bridge, with West Sussex Highways describing the closure as "until further notice." Greatham Bridge is a scheduled monument and is considered one of Sussex’s most important historic crossings, protected under heritage legislation.