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Transformer blows in Williamstown on Friday night

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WILLIAMSTOWN, W.Va . (WTAP) — A transformer in Williamstown blew on Friday night, leading to a power outage.

Mayor Paul Jordan said the transformer blew around 6:32 p.m. He said a majority of the town was without power. The Williamstown game against Ravenswood had to be moved to PHS as a result. The mayor said most of the power came back on about an hour later.

This is the most recent power outage reported in Williamstown at this time: It appears everything is back online. outages-mdwv.firstenergycorp.com/?address=26187&gpsMarker=show

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