I-26 Homeless Camp Fire Near Ladson: Res Low Arrested, Reignites with More Busts and Smoke
Key Questions
Who was arrested for the brush fire near I-26?
Ladson resident Rodney Low, 56, was arrested for starting a 1.5-acre brush fire near I-26 in North Charleston during a burn ban. The fire involved propane blasts near apartments and a homeless camp.
What occurred when the fire reignited on Weber Blvd?
The fire reignited on Weber Blvd on April 24, leading to 7 additional arrests for nuisance and narcotics violations. It caused 3 acres of damage amid ongoing encampment clearance and public safety operations.
What are the ongoing fire and smoke issues in the area?
New structure fires on Cambridge Avenue damaged 3 homes, with investigators working to determine the cause. Statewide wildfire smoke persists as an issue on Friday, with drought bans in place and showers expected Saturday; transient fire spillover risks remain for Ladson commuters.
Ladson res Rodney Low (56) arrested for 1.5-acre brush fire near I-26 N. Chas during burn ban, propane blasts near apts/homeless camp. Reignited Weber Blvd Apr24 (7 more arrests nuisance/narcotics, 3ac damage); new Cambridge Ave house/structure fires damaged 3 homes, statewide smoke/drought bans persist, ongoing encampment clearance/public safety ops; transient/fire spillover risks for Ladson commuters.