Paramus Power Lines Catch Fire During Afternoon Thunderstorm

Paramus power lines erupted in flames during Tuesday's afternoon thunderstorm.

Wires caught fire Tuesday afternoon in Paramus

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06/08/2021 4:52 p.m.

The blaze broke out at the intersection of Gettysburg Place and Soldier Hill Road at 3:25 p.m., responders told Daily Voice.

Firefighters were standing by on scene awaiting PSE&G arrival. Power was expected to be out in the evening hours as PSE&G fixes the wires.

The intersection was closed as of 4:45 p.m.

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