Bellingham Rollover Crash Shears Power Pole, Closes Streets

BELLINGHAM, Wash. — A driver rolled a vehicle at the intersection of Ellis and Gladstone streets Thursday afternoon, shearing a power pole off at its base and forcing multiple street closures while crews work to stabilize the pole and restore power.

The crash occurred at 1:28 p.m. Oct. 15, according to the Bellingham Police Department. Emergency responders transported the driver to PeaceHealth St. Joseph Medical Center for treatment.

The damaged pole remained upright, but police warned that it could fall because the crash severed its base.

Puget Sound Energy crews responded to stabilize the pole, repair the damage and restore power. Police estimated the work would take several hours.

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Bellingham Street Closures

Police announced three street closures as crews work at the scene.

• Ellis Street is closed between York and Potter streets.
• East Champion Street is closed at Ellis Street.
• Gladstone Street is closed between Ellis and Franklin streets.

Whatcom Transportation Authority planned bus detours around the closures to keep service moving.

Police urged drivers to avoid the area until Puget Sound Energy finishes its work and authorities reopen the streets.

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