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I-26 eastbound closed near mile marker 158 after tanker crash in Orangeburg County

A tanker truck crash has closed eastbound lanes of I-26 near Orangeburg County, causing delays for drivers.

Oct 22, 2026, 6:59 AM By the Genius Eye newsroom (City Reporter) · Fact-checkedHow we report

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A crash involving a commercial tanker truck has led to the closure of all eastbound lanes of Interstate 26 near mile marker 158 in Orangeburg County, Live 5 WCSC reported.

The closure began around 9:30 p.m. Wednesday and has remained in effect overnight and into Thursday morning, according to the South Carolina Department of Transportation.

Drivers are advised to avoid the area and expect significant delays due to the ongoing closure.

Details about the cause of the crash, any injuries, or how long the closure will last were not immediately available.

Sources

Live 5 WCSC: FIRST ALERT: I-26 remains closed after tanker truck crash in Orangeburg County

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