Power lines struck in crash on Hwy 199 near Azle

PARKER CO., TX – A collision on the highway between Springtown and Azle caused down power lines and traffic delays on Sunday, reports DFW Scanner.

Traffic Alert (Parker County) Crash with power lines down on Highway 199 between Azle and Springtown. Closer to Azle. Heavy delays in this area. Thanks to Kara Colvin Gafford for the photo. pic.twitter.com/B8ei0H9e8c
— DFW Scanner (@DFWscanner) April 17, 2023

The incident happened sometime before 8:08 p.m. on Highway 199 in northeast Parker County.

Officials warned drivers of substantial delays during this time period while crews worked to clear the scene and investigate.

Police have not yet commented on the cause of the collision or the reason for the downed power lines. Our team will keep apprised of the situation and report back if we learn more about injuries or fatalities, the number of vehicles involved, or the cause of the accident.

If you’ve been hurt in a Parker County car accident, you should certainly consider seeking compensation if you think the other party could be liable. The DFW area car accident attorneys at Benton Accident & Injury Lawyers can help you build a solid case. Reach us today online or by phone at (214) 777-7777 for a free consultation.

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Categories: Car Accidents

Publish Date: 2023/04/17