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Driver arrested for DUI after knocking out power to 400 people in Orlando

Orlando, Fla. — Nearly 400 people lost power after an alleged drunk driver crashed into a power pole in Colonialtown Sunday morning.

It happened at 3:30 a.m. at North Forest Avenue and Virginia drive where officers responded to a traffic crash involving a car versus a pole. Orlando Utility Commission leaders say the crash took down an electric pole causing significant damage and power outage in the area.

According to the OUC website, power was able to be restored just before noon. Police say the driver has been arrested and faces a charge of driving under the influence. Police have not released the name of the driver.

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