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Downed Power Lines Cause Traffic Delays on 15th Street in Tuscaloosa
An accident in Tuscaloosa this morning is causing commuter delays on one of the city's busiest thoroughfares.
Townsquare Media Tuscaloosa Traffic Reporter "Captain" Ray Allen tells the Tuscaloosa Thread a vehicle struck a power pole near the intersection of 15th Street and Queen City Avenue, causing power lines to fall onto the roadway.
Crews are on the scene, and drivers are encouraged to seek an alternate route.
Wreck on 15th St at Queen City Av. Vehicle struck a power Pole so lines across roadway so expect delays and use caution. Cap Ray. The Traffic Guy
Posted by Ray Allen on Wednesday, January 6, 2021
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