The Richmond County Sheriff’s Office is directing traffic away from an area near 1419 Columbia Nitrogen Drive in Augusta after a possible chemical leak was reported.
What’s Happening: Deputies are on scene helping control traffic around the area. The sheriff’s office asked drivers to avoid the area and use alternate routes.
What’s Important: The sheriff’s office said emergency personnel are working at the scene. No details about the type or source of the possible chemical leak were provided.
How This Affects Real People: Drivers near Columbia Nitrogen Drive should find another route. The road will remain restricted until officials say it is safe to reopen.
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