Augusta, GA
Crash on Deans Bridge Road causes power outages, closures
AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) – A single-vehicle crash on Deans Bridge Road is causing road closures and power outages Monday, according to the Richmond County Sheriff’s Office.
Deputies responded to the area of Deans Bridge Road at Richmond Hill Road, where they located an overturned vehicle with an injured male driver.
The Richmond County Fire Department also responded and extricated the driver from the car, according to a news release.
The victim was transported to WellStar for treatment of serious injuries.
The northbound lanes of Deans Bridge Road are temporarily shut down while first responders secure the scene.
The crash has also downed a power line, resulting in numerous reports of power outages in the surrounding area.
The Richmond County Sheriff’s Office Traffic Division is on scene conducting the investigation.
No further information has been released.
Residents are asked to avoid the area while the investigation continues.
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