Smoke and Noise from Sewer Pumping Station Behind La Quinta

Summary: Fire and rescue units responded to reports of smoke and loud noise coming from a pump located behind the La Quinta hotel, near the intersection of 48th Avenue and King's Highway in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina. The pump was identified as part of a city pump house, specifically sewer pumping station number 40. The incident involved a diesel backup pump producing steam and suspected over-pressurization, with smoke possibly coming from a generator. Public Works was repeatedly contacted for assistance but was initially unreachable. The area was blocked off for safety, and eventually, contact was made with Public Works, though no estimated time of arrival was provided. The situation was monitored for potential hazards until further support could arrive.