8:40 a.m. update: Downed power pole closes segment of University Avenue

By Tim Harlow

March 27, 2014 — 8:42am

Authorities have closed University Avenue between 81st Avenue and Osborne Road in Fridley until further notice.

A transformer blew earlier this morning and a police spokeswoman said there is a threat that the top of the pole could break off. That could bring down as many as eight lines. Police closed the road as a precaution, she said.

Crews from Xcel Energy are on the way. Drivers are being diverted to nearby side streets and to Central Avenue.

The Drive will keep you up to speed with the latest on Twin Cities commuting.

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