A single-vehicle crash caused the closure of the entrance ramp from Washington Road to Interstate 20 eastbound in Augusta, Georgia, on Tuesday morning, according to authorities.
Vehicle Left Roadway
The Richmond County Sheriff’s Office said deputies responded to the crash scene along I-20 eastbound after a vehicle reportedly left the roadway, crashed through a guardrail, and came to rest off the road.
Emergency crews arrived at the scene to assist the driver and secure the area while investigators began examining the crash.
Driver Taken to Hospital
Authorities confirmed that the driver was transported to a local hospital for treatment. However, no details about the driver’s condition have been released at this time.
Ramp Remains Closed
As of 8:51 a.m., the entrance ramp from Washington Road to I-20 eastbound remained shut down while deputies continued their investigation and cleanup efforts at the crash site.
Officials are advising motorists to avoid the area and use alternate routes until the roadway is reopened. The cause of the crash has not yet been released.
