Car crash brings down power pole near Division and Boone, suspect arrested for DUI

Erin Robinson, Connor Sarles,
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by Erin Robinson, Connor Sarles
An electrical explosion brings down a powerpole on Division
An electrical explosion brings down a powerpole on Division. Copyright 4 News Now

SPOKANE, Wash. — Division Street has reopened between Boone and Cataldo Avenue after a car crash took down a power pole.

A pickup truck hit the power pole around 11:06 a.m., sending it crashing into the street. The downed pole caused power outages in the area for several hours.

Avista crews, Spokane Police and the Fire Department responded to the scene.

Police said the driver was arrested for driving under the influence.

All power is expected to be restored by 4 p.m.

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