Crews clear logging truck that closed all lanes on Hwy 78

CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCSC) - Dorchester County Officials say Highway 78 is closed in both directions while crews respond to an overturned log truck.

The crash is at the intersection of Highway 78 and Highway 178. While Highway 78 is reopened the estimated time to reopen Highway 178 is unknown.

Officials are asking motorists to use alternate routes to avoid the crash site.

This is a developing story. Check back for updates.

FIRST ALERT TRAFFIC: Highway 78 is CLOSED in Dorchester County at Highway 178! A log truck has overturned at that intersection. Please use an alternative route! #chstrfc pic.twitter.com/MLZavmQDjP
— Abbey O'Brien (@abbeyobrien) March 19, 2021

TRAFFIC ALERT: Highway 78 is closed in both directions at Hwy. 178 as crews respond to an overturned log truck. The estimated time to reopen the road is unknown. Motorists are asked to use an alternate route. #chstrfc
— Dorchester County (@DorchesterSCGov) March 19, 2021