Traffic & Transit

Tractor Trailer Hits Wires In Nutley; Roads Closed Nearby: Authorities

"Police are working to restore traffic as soon as possible," Nutley officials said Friday.

NUTLEY, NJ — A tractor trailer hit some power lines in Nutley, shutting down some nearby roads on Friday afternoon, authorities said.

According to Nutley public safety officials, the vehicle struck wires around 10:36 a.m., causing pole damage and a light outage.

Authorities urged residents to avoid Park and Washington avenues due to road closures.

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“Police are working to restore traffic as soon as possible,” officials said.

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