The bolt hit the line at 12:15 p.m. near the intersection of Wyckoff and Russell avenues, leaving it burning in the roadway, Lt. Joseph Soto said.
Wyckoff Avenue was closed in both directions between Franklin and Russell avenues until about 5 p.m.
Orange & Rockland restored most power except for an isolated area around the downed line.
No injuries were reported.
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