Idaho Falls Power crews are currently addressing a power outage impacting 20 customers in the area bordered by Ray Street, Grace Avenue, and Lola Street. The outage resulted from a dump truck collision late Friday morning.
On Friday, November 7th, a dump truck struck a utility pole, causing it to fall. This accident also brought down additional poles, as well as primary and secondary power lines and transformers in the vicinity.
Idaho Falls Power stated on Facebook, "We estimate it will take around 10 to 12 hours from the initial outage to restore full power."
The outage impacts customers within the neighborhood bordered by Ray Street, Grace Avenue, and Lola Street in Idaho Falls.
For further updates and more information, customers are encouraged to check Idaho Falls Power’s official communications.
Summary: A dump truck collision in Idaho Falls led to a power outage affecting 20 customers, with restoration efforts underway and expected to take up to 12 hours.