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Utility Pole Falls, Car Destroyed | Duluth News
A tragic accident in Hopkins, Minnesota, Sunday night saw a utility pole collapse onto a car, igniting a fire that claimed one life. The incident on Blake Road North left over 150 customers without power, but Xcel Energy confirmed restoration by Monday morning. Witnesses described a deafening crash, popping sounds, and blaring alarms as thick white smoke rose. Authorities are now investigating the cause of the pole’s fall, while respecting privacy by withholding the victim’s identity. This harrowing event underscores how swiftly disaster can strike—and how deeply it impacts lives. Listen in…
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