Downed wires cause smoke in Parkside homes

Friday, October 12, 2018
PHILADELPHIA (WPVI) -- Wires from utility poles came down Friday morning causing smoke to appear inside several homes in the Parkside of Philadelphia.

It happened around 1:30 a.m. on 52nd Street near Girard Avenue.
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One homeowner reported smoke coming from her power outlets.

PECO was called to the scene to make repairs.

It's not certain whether the rain is to blame for the incident.
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