UPDATE: Massive power outage caused by accident

WORCESTER COUNTY, Md.– The Sheriff’s Office is now issuing out a traffic alert in relation to a massive power outage.

At 7:23 p.m. Worcester County Sheriff tweeted:

“Traffic Alert! For those traveling tonight. A motor vehicle crash has caused road closures on Route 13 in Somerset County near the State Police Barracks. The accident has caused a significant power outage in the area. Detours in place.”

As of 7:31 Delmarva Power is still reporting over 2,500 customers without power.

Reportedly wires are down and crews are working to restore power.

Estimated time for customers to have electricity  will be around 12:00 a.m. Thursday morning.

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SOMERSET COUNTY, Md.– According to Delmarva Power over 2,500 customers are without power this evening.

Officials last updated information around 6:31 p.m.

The multiple areas affected include:

-Princess Anne
-Mt. Vernon
-St. Stephen
-Champs
-Dames Quarter
-Deal Island
-Oriole

We’re told information is updated every 10 minutes.

If you are without electricity and reside in the following areas contact Delmarva Power either online or call at 1-800-898-8042.