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Power back on in Arthur following transmission pole fire

Wellington North Power confirms that power has been restored to approximately 2,000 customers in Arthur and the surrounding area.

If you are a Wellington North Power customer and still without power, you're asked to call 519-323-1710.

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Most of Arthur is in the dark on Wednesday afternoon due to a power outage.

Over 2,000 residents in Arthur and the surrounding area are without power, and a restoration time is not currently known.

Wellington North Power says a Hydro One transmission pole near Fergus that caught fire earlier is the primary cause, and notes that hydro crews have been dispatched to that area.

More information on this story will come as details are made available.

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