Dorchester County, SC – Drivers in Dorchester County are being urged to avoid a major stretch of Highway 78 today after a train derailment forced a full roadway shutdown near a large industrial facility.
According to the Dorchester County Sheriff’s Office, deputies and first responder partners are on scene at a train derailment reported at 2450 West 5th North Street (Highway 78) near the KION North America plant. The incident prompted officials to close Highway 78 between Jedburg Road and Industrial Road.
Authorities say the closure is expected to remain in place for an extended period of time, though no estimated reopening time has been announced. Drivers are advised to use alternate routes and avoid the area entirely as emergency crews continue to assess the situation.
Highway 78 is a heavily traveled corridor connecting communities in Dorchester County with nearby areas in the Charleston metro region, and the closure is expected to cause significant traffic disruptions throughout the day.
At this time, officials have not released information on injuries, hazardous materials, or the cause of the derailment. The sheriff’s office says updates will be shared as more details become available.
Motorists traveling through the area should expect delays and plan additional travel time. Residents and workers near the industrial zone may also see increased emergency vehicle activity.
Anyone with firsthand information or impacted by the closure is encouraged to monitor official updates from local authorities.
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