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WATCH: Crews respond to fire at electric plant substation in Wildwood

SKYFOX flew over an electric plant substation in Wildwood, where crews are working to restore power throughout the island.

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SKYFOX flew over Wildwood, where police officers are directing traffic due to traffic lights being out. A fire at a substation has caused a major power outage on the island.

WATCH: Crews respond to fire at electric plant substation in Wildwood

SKYFOX flew over an electric plant substation in Wildwood, where crews are working to restore power throughout the island.

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