CHARLOTTE — The outbound lanes of a west Charlotte road reopened Tuesday afternoon after a crash that knocked down power lines.
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The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department asked drivers earlier that afternoon to avoid Wilkinson Boulevard at Ashley Road.
Police said one inbound lane of Wilkinson Boulevard was also closed for the incident.
Chopper 9 Skyzoom flew over the area around noon and could see a broken pole and lines that had been knocked across the road.
Utility crews were on their way to make repairs and drivers were told to expect significant delays.
Mecklenburg County EMS said it did not take anyone to the hospital from the crash.
The road reopened around 3:30 p.m., police said.
This is a developing story. Check back for updates.
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