Massive 40-Vehicle Pileup Shuts Down I-95 in South Carolina
A 40-vehicle pileup has caused a complete shutdown of Interstate 95 lanes in both directions near mile marker 100 in Clarendon County, South Carolina, leading to significant traffic backups and at least one reported entrapment.
Greenville Spartanburg Asheville Anderson, SC, October 1, 2026 — A major traffic incident involving approximately 40 vehicles has led to the complete closure of Interstate 95 in both northbound and southbound lanes in Clarendon County, South Carolina. The incident occurred near mile marker 100.
Emergency responders are currently on the scene addressing the multi-vehicle collision. The severity of the pileup has resulted in significant traffic congestion and extensive backups along the interstate. Details regarding the cause of the crash have not yet been released.
Authorities have confirmed at least one instance of entrapment among the vehicles involved, indicating that some individuals may be trapped within the wreckage. The number of injuries sustained in the incident has not been specified.
The South Carolina Department of Transportation is directing traffic and advising motorists to seek alternate routes. The duration of the closure and the timeline for clearing the scene remain undetermined as cleanup and investigation efforts commence. Further updates will be provided as more information becomes available from officials on the ground.
Story summarized from the original created by WIS News 10 Staff on www.foxcarolina.com, see more information here.
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