Car slams into light pole in Alexandria sparking outages and traffic shutdowns
Alexandria, VA – A vehicle crashed into a light pole early Wednesday morning in Alexandria, triggering power outages and forcing a major road closure that is expected to last through the day.
Police say the single-vehicle crash happened on West Braddock Road, between Fontaine and East Timber Branch Road. The impact brought down a light pole and knocked out electricity in the surrounding area.
Crews from Dominion Power responded to the scene shortly after the incident. As of Wednesday morning, West Braddock Road remained closed in both directions while workers addressed the damage and worked to restore power.
Officials have not released details about the driver or the cause of the crash. There were no immediate reports of injuries.
The incident disrupted morning commutes, and authorities warned of prolonged delays as crews continue repairs.
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Key Points
- A vehicle struck a light pole on West Braddock Road in Alexandria, causing power outages
- The crash prompted a full road closure between Fontaine and East Timber Branch Road
- Dominion Power is on scene and road closures are expected throughout the day