Chapel Hill Crash Injures 4; Power Restored to 175 Duke Energy Users
On Monday night, a crash involving a car and a utility pole occurred on Weaver Dairy Extension in Chapel Hill, resulting in injuries to four individuals. The incident happened around 10 p.m., with the vehicle striking the pole situated between Palafox Drive and Rowe Road.
Injuries and Emergency Response
All four occupants, including the driver, sustained non-life-threatening injuries and were promptly transported to a hospital for treatment. The Chapel Hill Police Department is currently investigating the circumstances surrounding the accident.
Power Restoration Efforts
The collision caused a significant power outage affecting approximately 175 Duke Energy customers. According to the utility’s outage map, power was restored just before 6 a.m. on Tuesday, following nearly eight hours of disruption.
Repairs and Road Closure
Crews worked diligently to replace the damaged utility pole. The WRAL Breaking News Tracker documented the repair process, which involved attaching new utility lines to the newly installed pole. As a result of this work, Weaver Dairy Extension was closed for several hours.
Investigation Underway
Chapel Hill police have not yet determined the cause of the crash. Further investigations are ongoing as authorities gather evidence from the scene.
- Incident: Car crash into a utility pole
- Location: Weaver Dairy Extension, Chapel Hill
- Date and Time: Monday at 10 p.m.
- Injured: Four individuals taken to the hospital
- Power Restored: Approximately 6 a.m. Tuesday
- Customers affected: 175 Duke Energy users
- Investigation: Ongoing by Chapel Hill Police
