Spartanburg County has a large transportation network consisting of major highways, airports, and railroads. In many locations throughout the county, the potential exists that a major transportation accident causing numerous injuries and/or fatalities may occur. With the linear configuration of several major highways in the County, it is also important to note that a major transportation accident could occur in a relatively rural area, severely stressing the capabilities of local resources to respond effectively. Similarly, a major transportation accident could involve a large number of tourists and visitors from other countries, given Spartanburg's popularity as an industrial headquarters and college town.  This further complicates the emergency response to such an event.