CHARLESTON, S.C. – Part of Ashley River Road in West Ashley is temporarily closed in both directions Friday evening after a vehicle crashed into a power pole near Home Team BBQ.
What Happened?
The incident occurred near Carriage Lane, where a car hit a utility pole, causing power line damage. The crash led to the immediate closure of Ashley River Road in both directions.
Emergency Response
Police officers are on-site to divert traffic, and the road closure is expected to remain in place for a while as repair crews work.
One person involved in the crash was taken to the hospital. According to police, their injuries are not life-threatening.
Power Restoration Efforts
Dominion Energy has sent crews to the area to repair the damaged power pole and restore service. The timeline for completing repairs and reopening the road has not been confirmed yet.
Drivers are advised to avoid the area around Ashley River Road and Carriage Lane in West Ashley and seek alternate routes. Crews and emergency services are working to restore normal traffic and fix the power infrastructure.
