Car Ploughs into Two Buildings before Crashing into Horry County Pond, Driver Injured
One Injured after a Car Hits Two Buildings and Crashes into Horry County Pond
February 20, 2024, HORRY COUNTY, S.C. – In a disturbing incident in Horry County, an automobile ran through two buildings before coming to a stop inside a local pond. The incident involved a solitary vehicle and the driver suffered injuries and was relocated to a local medical facility for treatment.
The crash transpired on Grosseto Way in the Forestbrook neighborhood. Local authorities have advised residents and commuters to bypass the area for the time being while investigations and initial cleanup procedures take place.
Emergency Response
The Horry County Fire Rescue was at the scene promptly, dealing with the crash’s aftermath and ensuring the health and safety threats were aptly mitigated. The driver’s current condition remains undisclosed, with further details waiting to be addressed by medical personnel.
Cooperating in this disconcerting affair are the Horry County Police Dept., who are assisting with the ongoing investigation following the crash, and the South Carolina Dept. of Public Safety, in charge of a comprehensive investigation into the incident.
Involvement of Local Authorities
According to local sources, officers from the Horry County Police Dept. were seen inspecting the accident site alongside the team from the South Carolina Dept. of Public Safety. The authorities have yet to release details about what may have caused the accident.
An Unfortunate Incident
The bizarre incident has prompted concerns about driver safety, the condition of local roads, and local infrastructure. Even though it is not unusual for accidents to happen on the roads, seeing a car crash into two buildings before landing in a pond is not an everyday occurrence.
While the disaster site was promptly attended to by the Horry County Fire Rescue, the occurrence has left local authorities with a massive cleanup operation in its aftermath. Local authorities have requested other motorists to stay out of the impacted area to ensure swift clean-up operations and safety for all.
Community Reactions
Local residents in Horry County are alarmed by the incident, with many expressing their concern for the driver and the safety of their community. The aftermath of the crash and the cleanup operations have also affected local commute and business operations.
The accident has sparked renewed calls for more strict road safety regulations and driver safety awareness programs to avoid such incidents in the future.
More will be reported as details emerge. Contact HERE News Network for additional information.
Author: STAFF HERE MYRTLE BEACH
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