Wall township transformer fire causes power outage
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Wall Township Transformer Fire Causes Power Outage

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October 25, 2024

Wall Township, NJ – A transformer fire on Belmar Boulevard has resulted in a power outage affecting approximately 1,700 residents. The incident caused traffic lights at intersections 138/New Bed and New Bed/Belmar Boulevard to go out and forced the diversion of traffic in the area.

The power company has been informed about the outage to address the situation. The breakdown is expected to be resolved soon with power restoration taking place shortly.

Residents in the affected area have been advised to exercise caution while traveling as traffic signals are not operational. Local authorities are actively managing traffic to ensure safety and minimize disruptions.

An image related to the incident was shared on social media by Wall Township Police, providing a visual glimpse of the scene.

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