Poignant remains have been discovered at the scene, including shoes scattered in the road, as three victims of the tragedy are named
Specialist recovery teams have begun to remove bodies from the scene with "every possibility that other victims will be found" during the process, Sussex Police said.
Chief Superintendent Tony Blaker, head of operations for Sussex Police, said: "Our priorities now lie with supporting those who have been affected by this desperately tragic incident.
"The task of recovering those who died has commenced and then there is a significant investigation to take place, jointly held by the Surrey and Sussex Major Crime Tean and the Air Accidents Investigation Branch.
"That is likely to extend over several days. We should have a better idea of that timescale over the next 24-36 hours.
"In the meantime, the road will remain shut and even at the weekend that is having an impact on traffic on local roads. Obviously, people do need to travel and will be returning to work on Monday, but I would ask that the further away you are able to divert around Shoreham, the better."
Tragic remnants of yesterday's horror crash have been discovered at the scene, including trainers left scattered in the road.
Police are taking the flowers and placing them at the scene.
A total of seven people have been confirmed as having died in the accident.
Three victims have so far been named.
They include 23-year-old Matthew Grimstone and Jacob Schilt.
The pair played for Worthing United FC and were on the A27 on their way to a game.
Mr Grimstone's family said they are in "total shock".
They said in a statement: "He was the kindest person you could ever meet with a great wit. In his 23 years we can honestly say he never lost his temper.
"Matthew loved football and working for the Albion at first on the grounds team at Withdean and now at the new training ground in Lancing.
"He played as goalkeeper for Worthing United and before that at Mile Oak and Saltdean. Worthing United gained promotion having won Division 2 last season as well as winning the Division 2 Cup. He was also a talented referee.
"Matt has been taken from us at just 23 and we still think he is going to walk through the front door any minute now.
"Our family wish deepest sympathy to the family of Jacob Schilt who was travelling to Worthing with Matthew for Saturday’s game, also the families of the other victims."
The football community is coming together to pay tribute to Mr Grimstone and Mr Schilt.
Many people cannot believe the young men have passed away.
East Preston Football Club tweeted: "RIP Matt Grimstone & Jacob Schilt who lost their lives in disaster. 2 quality players thoughts are with family & friends."
Personal trainer Matt Jones, from Littlehampton, West Sussex, also died in the crash.
He was giving a friend a lift along the A27 in his silver BMW when he was caught up in the tragedy, his sister wrote on Facebook.
Mr Jones's sister wrote at around 8.30am this morning: "Thank you to everyone who has messaged me. We are devastated to say Matt Jones was one of the fatalities."
A witness confirmed they saw his burning car on the busy A-road between Worthing and Brighton.
Dozens of residents filled a church in Shoreham where prayers were said for the air crash victims and their families.
The packed service at St Mary de Haura Church held a minute's silence to mark the tragedy. Carson Albury, chairman of Adur District Council, said the community is in a state of shock after Saturday's tragedy.
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