** PRESS RELEASE** May 13, 2014 As of this release, the incident at the north bound I-85 weigh station at the 9 Mile Marker is still on going and there is NO THREAT to the public at this time. All responders are still working to prepare for transferring the product from the affected tanker to the new tanker that has arrived on scene. Anderson County is the recipient of mutual-aid from Oconee, Pickens, and Greenville Counties, the American Red Cross, along with SCHP, SC State Transport Police, SCDOT, SCDHEC, and the EPA. We are expecting a successful transfer of product later today and have the resources on hand to bring this incident to a successful conclusion. There have been no reported injuries to either the public or the first responders throughout the event. As a precaution only, three homes remain under a voluntary evacuation request and the Red Cross continues to operate a temporary shelter at Double Springs Baptist Church. Homes beyond the 300 feet hazard zone are not affected nor are they expected to be affected. The interstate is open, but we are expecting a short window of delayed traffic along the interstate while the tanker transition is being connected for transfer. It is important to note that there are numerous agencies that are working together to resolve this incident successfully. Anderson County would not be successful were it not for the relationships and mutual aid partners from across the region. We will continue to update you as the day goes on. CPT. Matthew Littleton
Posted on: Tue, 13 May 2014 15:25:08 +0000
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