US: Authorities temporarily close all lanes along Interstate 26 in Polk County, North Carolina, July 13

Event

Authorities have temporarily closed all lanes along Interstate 26 in Polk County, North Carolina, near mile marker 62 due to a gas tanker fire that has spread into the woods. Eastbound traffic is being diverted onto US Highway 25 in Henderson County, while westbound traffic is being diverted onto South Carolina Highway 11 in Spartanburg County.

Emergency services are still responding to the fire, and the road closure is expected to last several hours. Significant transport disruptions in the area are likely in the coming hours.

Advice

Avoid the area. Plan for delays and seek alternative routes near Polk County.