URGENT UPDATE: More than 1,000 Duke Energy customers in northern Wake County have lost power due to downed lines, officials report. The incident occurred Monday night and is causing significant disruptions in the area.
Witnesses have reported seeing downed power lines along Capital Boulevard, leading to its closure for safety reasons. The blockage is affecting traffic and causing delays for commuters. Authorities urge drivers to seek alternate routes as crews work diligently to restore power and clear the area.
As of now, Duke Energy technicians are on-site assessing the situation and aim to restore power as quickly as possible. Officials have not confirmed a specific timeline for when electricity will be fully restored to affected customers.
This outage is impacting local businesses and residents, who are left without essential services during the evening hours. Many customers are expressing frustration and concern over the unexpected disruption.
Authorities are advising residents to stay informed through official channels for updates on the restoration efforts.
WHAT TO WATCH FOR: Keep an eye on the traffic updates as road closures persist and the situation develops. The priority remains on ensuring safety while restoring power to those affected. Further updates will be provided as new information becomes available.
Stay tuned for more immediate developments on this situation, as officials continue to respond to the power outage in Wake Forest.
