Car hits pole, causes outage in West Seattle

SEATTLE — It was a dark overnight drive for many after a SUV plowed into a power pole.

About 1,500 customers were without power in West Seattle after a car hit a pole late Wednesday night, officials said.

Power was restored around 3 a.m.

According to Seattle City Light officials, the leaning pole put wires on a tree, which started to catch fire.

Crews are at the scene.

Officials say it will take about 4 to 6 hours for repairs.

This is a developing story and will be updated once more information becomes available.

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