Interstate 26 westbound near Chapin backing up as a tree falls across all lanes

Traffic is backing up on Interstate 26 westbound as a tree fell across all lanes.

The blockage is near mile marker 90 only about a mile after exit 91 to Chapin. Traffic was backed up for mile or more, according to Department of Transportation maps.

The SCDOT should be en route to clear the lanes, a spokesman for the Highway Patrol said.

No word on any wrecks or injuries the tree may have caused.

The fallen tree was reported just after 6 a.m. by the SCDOT. The obstruction reportedly blocked all lanes for a while. As of 6:45, the left lane has been cleared, freeing up some traffic.

The tree likely fell from wind, wet ground conditions caused by Hurricane Michael.

This story was originally published October 11, 2018 at 7:00 AM.