CHAPIN, S.C. — Traffic on eastbound I-26 is moving again - but slowly - following multiple collisions on Sunday afternoon.
According to the Newberry County Sheriff's Office, the eastbound lanes between mile markers 85 and 91 were previously closed due to several accidents. Little Mountain Fire reported as many as 17 vehicles were involved.
The Newberry County Sheriff's Office suggested anyone traveling between Little Mountain and Chapin find alternate routes, and the South Carolina Highway Patrol said a detour was in place at Exit 82 on the eastbound side.
At 3:40 p.m., the sheriff's office said the interstate had reopened, but the traffic buildup may take some time to clear.