1 Driver died after driving into floodwaters near Robeson and Columbus Counties intersection; road closed due to flooding.

1 driver died when they drove into floodwaters near Robeson and Columbus Counties intersection on Old Whiteville Road, which remains closed due to flooding. Rescue 1 initially responded for a rescue mission but later switched to recovery. The water was 8-12 inches deep. Officials advise against driving into flooded areas and obeying road closed signage. Multiple agencies assisted in the incident.

August 11, 2024
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