First Alert Traffic: Crash in Greenville Knocks Down Power Lines, Police Say
GREENVILLE – A traffic crash led to the collapse of power lines in Greenville on Wednesday, causing a blackout to several areas in the city, according to the local police department. The incident reportedly occurred on North Pleasantburg Drive and Sweetbriar Road, causing utter chaos in the late afternoon.
Details of the Crash
The accident happened around 4:33 p.m. near North Pleasantburg Drive and Sweetbriar Road. The collision caused the power lines to fall, which disrupted traffic in the area. All lanes in the area have been blocked off by officials with the exception of a single detour lane for those traveling toward Bob Jones University.
Power Outage Impact
Due to the downed power lines, about 140 customers lost power. Based on reports from Duke Energy’s website, power is expected to be restored by 11:30 p.m. on Wednesday. The unexpected power outage caused considerable inconvenience to residents, and several local businesses were reported to be without power long into the evening.
Local Response to the Outage
In response to the power outage, the local utility company, Duke Energy, has been working to repair the power lines and restore electricity to the affected residents. Police and emergency services have been on-site, working to reroute traffic and maintain safety in the area. As of 10:38 p.m., the progress on power restoration to the area was reported to be ongoing.
Call to Stay Updated
With extensive repair work needed to be done on the power lines and traffic arrangements, residents of the area are advised to stay updated with official announcements regarding the situation. People are advised to avoid the area near North Pleasantburg Drive and Sweetbriar Road for the time being.
Wrapping Up
Following the traffic crash and the resulting power outages, local authorities are urging drivers to exercise caution while on the road, especially in areas where repair work is being done. With a significant number of residents without power, and traffic rerouted, patience and vigilance are urged from Greenville residents as efforts to restore normalcy continue throughout the night.
