COLUMBIA, S.C. (WIS) – As residents across the Midlands wake up to a winter wonderland, it’s important to know that road travel has become more dangerous.
Tuesday afternoon and evening brought freezing temperatures and snowfall to many areas across the Midlands, leaving the entire region under a Winter Weather Advisory until shortly before lunchtime.
The South Carolina Highway Patrol (SCHP) advises drivers to avoid travel if at all possible due to icy roads, but encourages those who must drive to move slowly and safely. It’s encouraged to budget your time in advance and make sure you take more time to travel than you would normally need.
Troopers said it can be difficult to control or stop your car on icy roads, but driving slow can help. Make sure to leave lots of following distance between your vehicle and those around you, and avoid sharp and drastic turns.
SCHP also notes that bridges freeze faster than roads, so be extra careful if travelling across a bridge on Wednesday. Again, it is advised to stay home and stay warm, if possible.
Temperatures are expected to climb above freezing by Wednesday afternoon, topping out at around 35 degrees.
Richland County
The Richland County Sheriff’s Department (RCSD) said multiple areas within the county are hazardous, both due to weather conditions and several disabled vehicles:
Portions of Garners Ferry Road
Portions of Two Notch Road
Intersection of Flora Drive and Rabon Road
RCSD advises drivers to avoid these areas is possible.
City of Cayce
Travel in the Midlands becomes more hazardous after snowfall, ice – Cayce
The City of Cayce has announced traffic advisories for the following roads due to hazardous conditions:
Knox Abbott from the Blossom Street Bridge to Charleston Highway due to black ice
12th Street from Frink Street to I-77 due to black ice
Charleston Highway/Fish Hatchery to I-26 due to ice and snow
Airport Boulevard from I-26 to CAE due to snow
Orangeburg County
Travel in the Midlands becomes more hazardous after snowfall, ice – Orangeburg Crash (Per SCDOT)
The South Carolina Highway Patrol (SCHP) reported two crashes in Orangeburg County that have caused traffic delays:
I-95 South at mile marker 90 due to a disabled tractor trailer
I-26 at 165 eastbound due to a jackknife tractor trailer
Drivers are encouraged to avoid these areas if possible.
If you have become stranded on the roadways in South Carolina during the winter storm, you can dial *HP (*47) for help.
Clarendon County
Travel in the Midlands becomes more hazardous after snowfall, ice – Clarendon County (Clarendon County Fire Rescue)
The Clarendon County Fire Rescue (CCFR) reported a crash on I-95 South near mile marker 121. They advise drivers to use alternate routes and avoid the area as they expect the area to be “out for an extended period of time.”
This story is developing. Check back here for updates.
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