FIRST ALERT TRAFFIC: Vehicle fire shuts down EB lane of I-526 near Long Point Rd.

The vehicle fire blocked the Long Point Road exit on I-526 EB. (Source: Provided)
The vehicle fire blocked the Long Point Road exit on I-526 EB. (Source: Provided)
Published: Mar. 12, 2019 at 2:10 PM EDT
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MOUNT PLEASANT, SC (WCSC) - One eastbound lane of I-526 has reopened after a vehicle fire blocked traffic at the Long Point Road exit.

Mount Pleasant Police reported the fire at 1:50 p.m. Shortly after 2:05 p.m., the left eastbound lane of I-526 opened.

FIRST ALERT TRAFFIC: One Eastbound lane of I-526 is closed because of a vehicle fire. Exit 28, the Long Point Road exit, is blocked.

Posted by Live 5 News on Tuesday, March 12, 2019

The right lane and Exit 28 remained closed with law enforcement and fire crews still on the scene.

Expect delays if you are traveling in the area.

This is a developing story. Check back for updates.

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