A driver crashed into a transmission tower Sunday night in Harnett County, leaving about 1,000 customers without power. The tower is along Red Hill Church Road near Erwin. The crash happened around 9 p.m.
Duke Energy told WRAL News that a car struck the tower. Crews are installing a temporary power pole to restore service to customers. The tower was seen leaning early Monday morning.
Crews estimated that power might not be restored until 10:45 a.m. It is unclear whether anyone was injured.
Original reporting: WRAL Raleigh — read the source article.