Tree branches knock out power in Toledo area

TOLEDO, Ohio (WTVG) - Toledo Edison has reported various power outages today that have caused thousands of people to lose power.

A spokesperson from Toledo Edison said there were tree branches that came in contact with the wires this morning and that caused the outage. Additionally, the spokesperson said all power was restored this afternoon.

Before noon, there were over 5,500 customers without power, but it has since been restored in many areas.

As of 1 p.m., nearly 1,500 customers are still affected by different outages and most of those fall between the Franklin Park and Westgate area.

To view a map that shows the areas that are experiencing power outages, visit outages.firstenergycorp.com/oh.html.

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