North Charleston, S.C. – A crash on Interstate 526 eastbound brought traffic to a standstill Saturday afternoon, prompting a response from the North Charleston Police Department.
Authorities reported that both eastbound lanes near mile marker 19, just east of North Rhett Avenue, were closed around 4:20 p.m. due to the incident.
Drivers are being urged to use caution and seek alternate routes while emergency crews are on the scene. It’s unclear at this time how many vehicles were involved or whether there were any injuries.
Police have not yet released an estimate on when the lanes will reopen.
What Drivers Should Know:
I-526 eastbound is closed at mile marker 19
The crash occurred near North Rhett Ave.
Expect heavy delays in the area
Use alternate routes like Remount Road or Rivers Avenue to avoid congestion
Motorists are reminded to drive carefully around emergency personnel, obey detour signs, and allow extra time for travel.
As of Saturday evening, eastbound I-526 remains closed near North Rhett Avenue following a crash that caused significant traffic disruption. Police and emergency responders are managing the scene, and drivers are advised to steer clear of the area until lanes reopen.
