Lugoff, SC – Drivers in Kershaw County are being warned to stay off the roads tonight as icy conditions have forced an emergency closure near Lugoff.
According to the Lugoff Fire Department, the “flyover” bridge at the Highway 1 and Highway 601 interchange has iced over, prompting officials to block the roadway with barricades around 6:55 p.m. Saturday.
Authorities say the bridge has become dangerously slick as freezing temperatures continue to grip the region. The department emphasized that road conditions are worsening quickly and urged motorists to avoid travel in the area until further notice.
The closure affects both Highway 1 South and Highway 601 near Lugoff, a key connection for commuters between Camden and neighboring areas of Kershaw County. Fire crews and sheriff’s deputies are monitoring the site and advising drivers to use extreme caution if travel is unavoidable.
No injuries have been reported, but emergency crews warn that more road closures could occur if temperatures remain below freezing overnight.
Residents are encouraged to monitor official updates from the Kershaw County Sheriff’s Office and Lugoff Fire Department for the latest travel alerts.
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