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MIDVALE — Multiple downed power lines closed 7200 South in Midvale at 150 West between I-15 and State Street on Friday afternoon, according to the Utah Department of Transportation.
The road reopened around 4:20 p.m.
CLOSED: 7200 S 150 W btwn I-15 & State both dir's due to down power lines until about 6pm. Avoid, use alt. @KSLRikkipic.twitter.com/qCVvLT2fcv — KSL Traffic Center (@KSLTraffic) October 20, 2017
About 500 were without power in the Salt Lake area, according to Rocky Mountain Power.
A semitruck hauling equipment in Provo snagged a power line near 1040 South and 900 East Friday afternoon, causing four poles to break, according to Provo Power. As of 10 p.m., all power was restored except for "one customer which won't have power until the service is changed out," Provo City Power said.
There was extensive damage to the poles and underground wiring and transformers, Provo Power reported.
Semi hauling equipment snagged powerlines causing 4 poles to break. It will be several hrs for repair and restoration. No injuries reported. pic.twitter.com/FlUBcwONB5 — Provo Power (@ProvoPower) October 20, 2017
