Downed pole knocks down live wires in Lawndale

Friday, May 31, 2019
PHILADELPHIA (WPVI) -- Chopper 6 HD is over the scene of a downed pole that caused issues in Philadelphia's Lawndale section Friday afternoon.

Officials tell Action News the pole crashed down just after 12:30 p.m. along Cottman Avenue near Oakley Street.
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The pole brought down several live wires across Cottman Avenue.

Police closed roads in the area as crews worked to clear the scene.
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No injuries were reported.
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