Horry County, SC (August 12, 2026) – One person was hurt in a two-vehicle wreck on Highway 707 near Brighton Avenue on Wednesday morning, according to Horry County Fire Rescue. Crews responded around 7:15 a.m.
The injured person was taken to the hospital. Drivers were urged to avoid the area.
We hope the injured person has a full recovery.
Why Do Fire Crews Ask Drivers to Avoid an Area Even for a Minor Crash?
Even a relatively contained crash can significantly slow traffic if it occurs on a busy stretch of road, since crews need room to safely treat anyone injured and assess the vehicles involved. Passing traffic near an active scene poses a risk to both responders and drivers.
Highway 707 carries a steady flow of traffic through this part of Horry County, which means even a brief slowdown due to a crash can quickly back up during busier parts of the day. Asking drivers to avoid the area helps keep both the response and the surrounding traffic moving more smoothly.
Once the immediate needs are addressed and any damaged vehicles are cleared, the roadway typically reopens fairly quickly for a two-vehicle crash like this one. Larger or more complex crashes usually take longer, requiring extended detours or lane closures.
