Transformer fire knocks out power to parts of Olney

Saturday, April 13, 2019
OLNEY (WPVI) -- A blown transformer knocked out power to parts of Philadelphia's Olney section.

A utility pole caught fire and sparked an explosion on the 1500 block of Grange Street shortly after 2 a.m. Saturday.
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PECO shut off the power while firefighters put out the flames.

No one was hurt.
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Crews are now working to restore power to about 50 customers.
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