Accident in Newberry County Brings Down Powerlines, Road Closed Temporarily

Accident in Newberry County Brings Down Powerlines, Road Closed Temporarily

The Unforeseen Incident

Newberry County, S.C. – On Saturday evening, an unexpected accident took place causing powerlines to fall on the Boyd Crossing Road leading to a temporary road closure. The road is currently sealed from US 76 to Foxbriar Road. Newberry County officials acted swiftly and reported the incident, ensuring the immediate dispatch of Duke Power teams. However, repairs are expected to take some time before the situation can be fully resolved.

Details of the Accident

The accident occurred just before 6:00 pm on Saturday, causing a major disruption in the area’s power supply. Although the factors leading to the accident are still being investigated, the severity of the impact resulted in powerlines coming down across Boyd Crossing Road, making it temporarily impassable.

Upon being notified, Duke Power was quick to respond and teams were dispatched to the scene. However, officials have warned that due to the extensive damage, the repair work might be prolonged.

Road Closure and Diversion

With powerlines covering a significant portion of Boyd Crossing Road, traffic has been temporarily halted. According to local authorities, the road is closed from the junction of US 76 to Foxbriar Road in the interest of public safety. Traffic diversion plans have been promptly put in place, redirecting drivers to safer routes until the road is cleared and deemed safe.

Affected Services

Due to the accident, there has been a significant interruption in power supply across different parts of Newberry County. This unexpected incident has left many households and businesses without power, causing inconvenience for residents. However, Duke Power assures they are working diligently to restore power as soon as possible.

The Recovery Process

Newberry County officials and Duke Power teams are working round the clock in collaboration to restore the situation back to normal. Considering the complexity of the accident, the repair work and road clearance might continue for a prolonged period.

Authorities assure that every effort is being made to ensure that regular services resume at the earliest and ask for the public’s patience and cooperation.

The users of Boyd Crossing Road are kindly requested to avoid the area for their safety, and to enable Duke Power and other officials to carry out their operations seamlessly. The residents affected by the power outage are being updated on the progress and are advised to make necessary arrangements until power is fully restored.

Stay tuned to the HERE News Network for further updates on this developing story.


Author: HERE Chapin

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