Crime & Safety
Garbage Truck Knocks Down Power Lines In East Greenwich
The East Greenwich Fire Department reported that a garbage truck took down power lines after hitting a tree on Monday afternoon.
EAST GREENWICH, RI—The East Greenwich Fire Department reported on Monday that a garbage truck crashed into a tree and took down power lines.
The crash happened at approximately 4 p.m. at 960 Carrs Pond Road near Waterford Drive when a garbage truck rolled over, hit a tree, and knocked down wires, according to firefighters.
The fire department said rainy weather and slick roads may be to blame for the crash.
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No injuries have been reported.
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