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Sparks Fly After KFC Delivery Accident in Aberdeen

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A truck accidentally pulled down overhead electrical wires during a delivery to Kentucky Fried Chicken on Route 34 in Aberdeen Wednesday morning. 

Sparks flew and a transformer and pole caught fire, according to Aberdeen Fire District No. 1 Chief Gary Bellone. 

The fire, which was reported about 11:45 a.m., caused power outages to surrounding businesses including the BP gas station and the Aberdeen Car Wash. 

The fire was out and the scene was cleared by about 1:10, Bellone said. 

No injuries were reported. 

The Aberdeen Fire Department, Aberdeen Police Department and Jersey Central Power & Light all responded.

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