🚨⚡ DANGEROUS DOWNED POWER LINE CREATES HAZARD IN BELLEVILLE ⚡🚨
Belleville officials closed the intersection of Chestnut Street and Franklin Avenue Tuesday after a downed power line began arcing. PSE&G worked with emergency crews to secure the scene, and residents were warned to avoid the area during the severe weather.
Officials in Belleville, Essex County warned residents yesterday to avoid the area of Chestnut Street and Franklin Avenue after a downed power line began arcing and producing flames during Tuesday’s severe weather. Belleville Mayor Frank Vélez shared video of the incident, calling it an “extremely dangerous situation.” Police and fire crews responded to the scene while PSE&G worked to safely de-energize the power line. ⚠️ Residents were urged to: 🚫 Stay away from the area 🚫 Do not walk or drive through the intersection 🔄 Use alternate routes until the scene was cleared Officials also reminded residents to remain weather-aware, avoid flooded roadways, and use caution during periods of heavy rain and thunderstorms. 🎥 Video Courtesy: Belleville Mayor Frank Vélez