North Riverside, Illinois – A severed ComEd utility pole on 3rd Avenue is prompting safety precautions and possible service disruptions.
According to a Friday update from the Village of North Riverside, a ComEd pole was severed in the 2500 block of 3rd Avenue. The North Riverside Fire Department responded to the scene, and ComEd has been notified.
Village officials stated there is no immediate danger to residents. However, authorities are advising people to exercise caution while traveling through the area as crews work to assess and address the damage.
The village warned the incident may cause intermittent service interruptions, including potential impacts to communication services. It is unclear what caused the pole to be severed, and officials have not released additional details about repair timelines.
Drivers may encounter temporary lane restrictions or utility vehicles in the area as response and repair efforts continue. Residents nearby are encouraged to remain alert and report any additional hazards to local authorities.
For commuters and nearby workers, brief disruptions to power or connectivity could affect afternoon travel or business operations.
The Village of North Riverside thanked residents for their patience and cooperation while the issue is being resolved. Additional updates are expected as ComEd crews evaluate and repair the damaged infrastructure.
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