A section of Sam Rittenberg Boulevard in Charleston is closed to traffic Monday afternoon due to an incident involving a utility pole. The Charleston Police Department has issued a traffic advisory as the situation develops.
What Happened on Sam Rittenberg Boulevard?
The Charleston Police Department reported that the road is closed in both directions between Skylark Drive and Orleans Road. The closure is the result of a crash that caused a power pole to snap. As a result, multiple traffic lights in the area are experiencing power outages.
Details of the Incident
At this time, there is no information on whether anyone was injured in the crash or how many vehicles were involved. Authorities are still investigating the incident, and the area remains closed for safety and repair work.
What to Do
Motorists are advised to avoid the area and find alternate routes. The police are working to clear the scene and restore normal traffic flow as soon as possible.
The incident on Sam Rittenberg Boulevard is causing significant traffic disruption. Drivers are urged to stay away from the area until further updates are provided. Authorities are working quickly to repair the damage and reopen the road.
