Truck Takes Out Power Pole in Lavonia

 

Power pole take outThe power is back on for some residents and businesses along Jones St. in Lavonia.

Power was out for a time Monday morning after an 18-wheeler took out a power pole.  It happened about 9:30a across from the Dollar General on Jones St.

According to Lavonia Police, a power pole was already leaning into the roadway when the top of an 18-wheeler got caught under it.

The box trailer got tangled in the wires and subsequently pulled the power pole down in pieces.  Lavonia Police directed the backed up traffic while Georgia Power crews worked to install a new pole and repair the lines.

The truck driver was not injured and authorities say he will likely not face any charges.