On Tuesday (April 15), strong winds caused significant disruptions in Berks County, Pennsylvania, as gusts downed a utility pole on South 16th Street in eastern Reading. This incident resulted in power outages affecting approximately 1,600 customers in the area.
Local utility companies worked swiftly to restore power, ensuring that affected residents experienced minimal disruption. The incident serves as a reminder of the importance of maintaining and upgrading utility infrastructure to withstand extreme weather events. As weather patterns become more unpredictable, such measures are crucial in preventing future outages.
FOR THE COMPLETE OUTAGE MAP AND UPDATES CLICK HERE FOR FIRST ENERGY
Photo: nycshooter / iStock / Getty Images
