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Electrical issue shuts down portion of Semoran Boulevard

Motorists urged to use alternate route

An issue with a live electrical wire caused authorities to shut down Semoran Boulevard on April 14, 2021. (Adrienne Cutway, News 6)

ORANGE COUNTY, Fla. – An electrical issue has forced a portion of Semoran Boulevard to be shut down during the rush hour commute on Wednesday.

The Orange County Sheriff’s Office tweeted around 5:40 p.m. that a live electrical wire is coming down at Banchory Road, forcing Semoran Boulevard to be closed to traffic in both directions.

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Motorists should find an alternate route.

Pictures and video from the scene showed patrol vehicles blocking the intersection and a cherry picker near the power lines.

It’s unknown what caused the issue. Records show Duke Energy reported a power outage in the area at about 4 p.m. that affected approximately 1,660 customers. Power was restored by 5:30 p.m.