GALIVANTS FERRY, SC (WBTW) – A hazmat team has been called to the scene of an overturned tanker in Galivants Ferry Tuesday morning.
According to a tweet from Horry County Fire Rescue, the tractor-trailer overturned near Gerald Farm Road and Barnhill Road just before 8 a.m. Tuesday. While no injuries have been reported, crews did request the assistance of a hazmat team due to the fuel leak.
@hcfirerescue on location at Gerald Farm Road and Barnhill Road. Tractor Trailer overturned. No injuries. Crews requested Haz Mat Response due to Fuel Leak.— Horry SC Fire Rescue (@hcfirerescue) January 23, 2018
It’s unknown at this time what caused the 18-wheeler to overturn.
Drivers are asked to avoid Gerald Farm Road and Barnhill Road as crews work to clear the scene.
