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Driver crashes; snaps pole in half

No reported injuries; Nat'l Grid on scene

Updated: Thursday, 28 Feb 2013, 10:45 AM EST
Published : Wednesday, 27 Feb 2013, 2:29 PM EST

CRANSTON, R.I. (WPRI) -- An accident in Cranston caused major delays as a utility pole was snapped in two pieces.

A Cranston driver lost control of his vehicle and crashed into a utility pole, snapping it in two, and forcing police to close down Route 2 / Resevoir Avenue while repairs were made.

National Grid was called to the scene, and the road has since been reopened.

Police said the driver was not injured.

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