Greenville, SC – Drivers across South Carolina’s Upstate are being urged to stay off the roads Saturday afternoon as snow-covered highways create dangerous travel conditions along major interstates.
According to the National Weather Service Greenville-Spartanburg, there have been numerous reports of accidents along Interstate 85 across Greenville and Spartanburg counties as snowfall continues to accumulate. Traffic cameras show lanes fully covered in snow, with limited visibility and little traction for drivers.
The advisory applies to several key routes, including I-85 near Greer and Gaffney and I-26 near Greenville, where snow has coated all travel lanes. Officials warn that while snowfall amounts may appear light, untreated roads and cold temperatures are making driving conditions especially hazardous.
“Snow-covered roads across the entire area have created dangerous traveling conditions,” the National Weather Service said in a statement Friday. Officials added that although snow may be tempting for recreational play, residents should avoid unnecessary travel and remain at home whenever possible.
Emergency responders have not released an exact number of crashes, but officials say accident reports have been increasing throughout the afternoon as conditions worsen. Drivers already on the roads are urged to slow down, increase following distance, and avoid sudden braking.
The affected area includes Greenville County, Spartanburg County, and surrounding Upstate communities, with impacts extending toward the Greenville-Spartanburg-Anderson metro region. Road conditions are expected to remain hazardous into the evening as temperatures stay near or below freezing.
Motorists are encouraged to monitor local alerts, check SCDOT traffic cameras, and delay travel until conditions improve.
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