Sunday traffic alert: Vehicles diverted at major Hilton Head Island intersection
Dear Karl Puckett,
A fallen tree has damaged a traffic light at the intersection of William Hilton Parkway and Whooping Crane Way, resulting in traffic being diverted at the intersection, according to the Beaufort County Sheriff’s Office.
Westbound traffic on the parkway is currently being diverted onto Whooping Crane Way, the Sheriff’s Office said at 7 a.m.
Drivers were told to expect delays for about four hours and to seek alternate routes if possible.
The delay comes as more than 700 cyclists are on the island for the 19th annual Pedal Hilton Head Island. The cycling event is affecting several key roadways and pathways throughout the morning.
Cyclists began staging at Lowcountry Celebration Park on Pope Avenue at 7:15 a.m. with additional waves throughout the morning.
Motorists were told to expect potential delays and exercise caution.
