A transformer exploded at the Hamburg substation, borough police said on Facebook.
Met-Ed estimated at least 3,128 electric customers were without service in the county as of 5:50 p.m.
Police added that Met-Ed "is working as fast as possible to resolve the issue."
Further details were not immediately known.
Anyone experiencing an emergency has been urged by the department to call 610-655-4911.
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