Sumter County, SC – Drivers traveling through northern Sumter County are urged to use extreme caution today after deputies reported icy and snow-covered road conditions along a key highway corridor.
According to the Sumter County Sheriff’s Office, hazardous conditions were observed on Highway 521 North near Highway 441, in the North Spencer area, as winter weather left portions of the roadway slick and partially snow-covered. A road report image shared by the agency shows ice buildup and reduced traction, particularly along travel lanes.
Officials warned that conditions may be especially dangerous during the early morning hours, when temperatures remain low and ice is slower to melt. Even treated roads can remain slippery, particularly on bridges, shaded areas, and elevated surfaces.
Motorists traveling through Sumter County, located northeast of Columbia and within South Carolina’s Midlands region, are advised to reduce speed, increase following distance, and avoid sudden braking. Authorities also recommend delaying travel if possible until road conditions improve.
No crashes or injuries were immediately reported in connection with the icy stretch, but deputies emphasized that conditions can change quickly as temperatures fluctuate.
Residents are encouraged to monitor local updates from law enforcement and transportation officials before heading out. Road conditions across the county may vary, and untreated secondary roads could remain hazardous longer than main highways.
Anyone encountering dangerous road conditions is urged to report them to local authorities.
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