Traffic

Crash near Hilton Head bridges slowing traffic on US 278 from Bluffton Wednesday morning

The Wednesday morning crash occurred just before the first bridge to Hilton Head at approximately 8 a.m., according to an alert from the Beaufort County Sheriff’s Office.
The Wednesday morning crash occurred just before the first bridge to Hilton Head at approximately 8 a.m., according to an alert from the Beaufort County Sheriff’s Office. Beaufort County Traffic Cameras

A crash near the Hilton Head bridges blocked the left eastbound lane of U.S. 278 Wednesday morning, causing traffic slowdowns as far back as Bluffton Road in Bluffton, according to the Beaufort County Sheriff’s Office.

Once onto the bridge, traffic appeared to be flowing normally as of 9 a.m. Wednesday, but drivers in the area should use caution and expect significant delays traveling east through Bluffton toward Hilton Head.

Even after the crash site was cleared, traffic was backed up from the Hilton Head bridges to Bluffton Road as of 9 a.m. Wednesday.
Even after the crash site was cleared, traffic was backed up from the Hilton Head bridges to Bluffton Road as of 9 a.m. Wednesday. Google Maps

This report will be updated as more information becomes available.

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Evan McKenna
The Island Packet
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Evan is a breaking news reporter for The Island Packet and Beaufort Gazette. A Tennessee native and a graduate of the University of Notre Dame, he reports on crime and safety across Beaufort and Jasper counties. For tips or story ideas, email emckenna@islandpacket.com or call 843-321-8375.
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