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Two dead after tree falls on firetruck in Saluda Co.

By Karlton Clay,

22 days ago

SALUDA COUNTY, S.C. (WJBF) – 2 people are dead after a tree fell on top of the firetruck they were traveling in.

According to the South Carolina Highway Patrol, the two occupants were traveling east on Beulah Road, about 4 miles west of Batesburg-Leesville, in a 2000 Navistar firetruck.

SCHP says the accident happened on September 27th around 6:32 A.M.

According to authorities, both occupants of the vehicle were deceased on scene.

According to SCHP, this is an ongoing investigation.

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Kelly

22d ago

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Terri Clark

22d ago

So very sorry to hear this. Sending prayers to the families.

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