SUV Plunges Underwater Near Boat Ramp | Columbia News

A car went underwater near a boat ramp in Irmo, South Carolina—thanks to a botched boat-loading attempt—but the driver swam to safety before help arrived. Fire crews responded with a boat, helped tow the submerged SUV, and confirmed no chemicals leaked into the river. No injuries, no environmental damage: just a wild, lucky escape that’s a reminder to stay alert near water. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Sources:https://www.wistv.com/2026/09/13/irmo-fire-district-retrieves-submerged-vehicle-river-near-saluda-shoals/ More coverage & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/f910e32c8023f973 Report issues to [email protected].