Dorchester County, SC – Drivers traveling through Dorchester County are facing major delays today after a tanker truck incident forced the shutdown of both directions of Interstate 95 near mile marker 72.
According to the Dorchester County Sheriff’s Office, deputies and first responders are currently on scene handling an active traffic incident involving a tanker truck along I-95. Officials confirmed that both northbound and southbound lanes are fully closed, and motorists are being urged to avoid the area until further notice.
The incident was reported earlier today and remains ongoing as emergency crews work to secure the scene. Authorities have not yet released details on injuries, the contents of the tanker, or how long the interstate will remain closed.
The closure is expected to have a significant impact on regional travel, as I-95 is a major north-south corridor through Dorchester County, connecting drivers from the Charleston metro area to destinations across South Carolina and the East Coast. Traffic is already backing up in surrounding areas as vehicles are diverted onto secondary roads.
Drivers are advised to plan for extended travel times and use alternate routes if possible. Local officials recommend checking real-time traffic apps and monitoring official updates from law enforcement before heading out.
The Sheriff’s Office stated that updates will be provided as more information becomes available and once lanes are able to reopen safely.
Motorists traveling through Dorchester County or passing through the Lowcountry region today should remain alert and follow instructions from law enforcement and traffic officials at the scene.
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