Heavy winds cause utility pole to snap, catch on fire on Detroit’s southwest side

DETROIT – A utility pole caught on fire Monday night in Detroit after it was snapped by heavy winds.

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Fire crews responded to the area of Gates and Carbon street on the city’s southwest side, where the pole and transformer were hanging over a home.

A neighbor said they heard a crash then all of their lights went out. They saw sparks and called 911.

Officials said DTE Energy was contacted.


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