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Power Restored, Road Reopens After Crash In Chambersburg (Update)

Wayne Avenue remained closed in Chambersburg following a vehicle crash, and portions of the 5th Ward will experience a temporary power outage, officials announced on Thursday, Jan. 30.

A Chambersburg Police vehicle.

A Chambersburg Police vehicle.

Photo Credit: Facebook/Bethel Kids @BethelKids717

The Chambersburg Electric Department shut off power within a perimeter that includes Wayne Avenue, Coldbrook Avenue, Cumberland Avenue, and Cleveland Avenue, authorities said. Residences and businesses in the affected area were told to expect a 30-minute outage.

The crash initially shut down Wayne Avenue between Derbyshire Street and Cleveland Avenue earlier in the afternoon. Police urged drivers to avoid the area and find alternate routes.

The community will be notified when the roadway reopens.

The area reopened shortly after 6:30 p.m., according to an updated release by police. 

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