Local News
House Explosion Reported in Loris, South Carolina
The Horry County Fire Rescue responded to a residential structure fire on Sky Bow Branch in Loris, South Carolina, at approximately 3:20 PM.
Due to the fire, lanes of Highway 701 traffic near the North Carolina state line have been closed.
A second alarm was activated to request additional resources to assist in firefighting efforts.
The situation remains active, and emergency crews are working to contain the fire and assess the extent of the damage.
The public is advised to avoid the area to minimize traffic delays and ensure the safety of first responders.
Further updates will be provided as more information becomes available.
A serious airboat crash involving multiple injuries has occurred near Wooten’s Everglades Airboat Tours, located at 32330 Tamiami Trail E in Ochopee, southern Collier County.
The incident, reported at approximately 3:08 PM, involved a collision between two airboats carrying passengers.
Authorities have declared a Level 2 Mass Casualty Incident due to the severity and scale of the situation.
Early reports indicate that up to 12 people were on board the vessels at the time of the crash.
At least two individuals are critically injured, and one person is reportedly trapped beneath one of the overturned airboats.
Emergency crews from multiple agencies are on the scene, working tirelessly to rescue the trapped individual and provide critical medical care to those injured.
Several air rescue helicopters have been requested to assist in transporting victims to area hospitals for advanced treatment.
The circumstances leading to the crash remain under investigation by local authorities. Residents and visitors are urged to avoid the area to allow emergency responders to operate efficiently.
Additional updates will be provided as information becomes available. Anyone with knowledge of the incident or its contributing factors is encouraged to contact local law enforcement.