Downed hydro lines in Norfolk County
Norfolk OPP are alerting the public of downed hydro lines on St. John's Road East.
The road is closed between Norfolk Street South and Blueline Road, as well as Ireland Road is closed between Lynn Valley Road and St. John's Road East, as cleanup efforts take place.
Drivers are asked to find an alternate route.
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