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Power restored in Manayunk after driver crashes into utility pole

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Power restored in Manayunk after driver crashes into utility pole

Wednesday, April 30, 2025 3:10PM

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PHILADELPHIA (WPVI) — A crash has knocked out power to some residents in Manayunk Wednesday morning.

It happened around 2 a.m. on Main Street and Leverington Avenue.

The driver crashed into a utility pole, snapping it in half.

Crews have replaced the police and reenergized the lines.

PECO says over 100 customers were without power but it has since been restored.

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