News Summary
Irmo, South Carolina, has experienced a series of vehicle accidents, including a three-car collision on Interstate 26 and a four-car wreck at Harbison and St. Andrews. Additionally, a vehicle crashed into a building on St. Andrews Road, causing damage but with minor injuries reported. Local businesses, such as Lita’s Treats, are temporarily closed due to these incidents, prompting emergency responders to advise caution for travelers in the area.
Irmo, SC Experiences Series of Vehicle Accidents and Building Crash
Irmo fire officials have reported multiple vehicle accidents and a building crash in Irmo, South Carolina, causing significant disruptions to traffic in the area. Among the incidents, a three-car collision occurred on Westbound Interstate 26, while another four-car wreck happened at the intersection of Harbison and St. Andrews. Additional emergency responders were dispatched to a vehicle that crashed into a building on St. Andrews Road.
Details on Vehicle Accidents
The first incident, a three-car accident, has blocked the right lane of Westbound Interstate 26, just past St. Andrews. Fortunately, injuries reported from this collision are minor. Emergency crews are currently on scene, and traffic is expected to be impacted as they manage the situation and clear the accident site.
The second incident involves a more severe four-car wreck at the intersection of Harbison and St. Andrews. This collision resulted in one vehicle overturning, which required the use of the Jaws of Life to extract trapped passengers. Reports indicate that injuries sustained in the four-car incident are moderate but not life-threatening. Emergency services are continuing to work on the scene, and delays in traffic are anticipated.
Building Collision Incident
In a separate occurrence, Irmo Fire and Lexington County EMS responded to a vehicle crash into a building located in the 6100 block of St. Andrews Road. This collision caused substantial damage to the structure. The driver of the vehicle and two individuals inside the building were reported to have sustained minor injuries. Crews will remain on-site to ensure the building’s safety until the vehicle can be removed and inspections completed.
Impact on Local Businesses
In an unrelated but similarly dangerous scenario, Lita’s Treats, a popular bakery in Irmo, has temporarily closed following a car crash into its storefront. This incident occurred near the intersection of Columbiana Drive and Lake Murray Boulevard; fortunately, no injuries were reported. The driver of the vehicle mistakenly pressed the accelerator instead of the brakes, causing the crash.
The bakery shared on their social media that their Lake Murray location will remain closed until further notice. Since this location also serves as their baking facility, their other location on Killian Road will also be temporarily closed. The business expressed gratitude that there were no injuries involved in the crash.
Conclusion and Ongoing Traffic Issues
Irmo Fire officials and other emergency personnel remain vigilant as they address these incidents. They are advising the public to exercise caution when traveling through the affected areas due to ongoing recovery efforts and potential traffic delays. It may take some time to clear the roadways and restore normal operations following these unfortunate events.
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Additional Resources
- WIS TV: Multiple Crashes in Irmo Cause Traffic Delays
- ABC Columbia: Irmo Fire Responds to Vehicle vs Building Incident
- WLTX: Car Crash Closes Irmo Bakery
- ABC Columbia: Road Closed After Incident on Kiawah Road
- WIS TV: 3 Injured After Car Crashes into Building Near Irmo
- Wikipedia: Traffic Collision
- Google Search: Vehicle Accidents
- Google Scholar: Vehicle Crashes
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Traffic Accidents
- Google News: Irmo SC Accidents
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