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Power largely restored after Jeep slams into pole, knocks out power to homes, businesses in Hamburg

WFMZ.com · last updated

HAMBURG, Pa. — Power has been restored after a crash knocked out electricity for more than 2,000 homes and businesses in the Hamburg area.

The crash happened in the 600 block of State Street sometime before 7 p.m. Thursday.

A Jeep slammed into a pole and knocked over a transformer.

Met-Ed crews were forced to do a remote disconnect while repairs were made.

At last check, about 20 customers are still without power.

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