| Source | NBC Local |
|---|---|
| Original Load Date | Aug. 20, 2026, 5:01 p.m. |
| Last Updated | Aug. 20, 2026, 5:01 p.m. |
| Original URL | https://www.nbcchicago.com/news/local/thousands-without-power-in-nw-indiana-after-pole-fire-downed-lines/3978066/ |
Article Preview
Thousands of customers are without power in multiple northwest Indiana
communities after a fire and downed electrical lines on Thursday afternoon.
Those downed lines are also causing significant traffic issues, with motorists
asked to avoid the area as crews assess the damage.
Stream NBC 5 for fre...