An image of the aftermath of a car accident in Vimmerby Municipality is shown. A motorist hit a power pole, which caused a power outage in the northern part of the area. The driver, a man, was taken to hospital by ambulance. Approximately 1,600 households are currently affected, mostly in Södra Vi, Djursdala, and Gullringen. It’s unclear when the power will be restored. Vimmerby Energi- och Miljö AB reported that their electricity grid had suffered a significant dip from the regional grid around the time of the accident. District heating supplies in Södra Vi and Gullringen are also impacted. Traffic in the area is partially closed, with alternating lanes being opened. No criminal activity is suspected. As of 4:30 p.m., Eon’s service technician was working on restoring power and estimated that it would be back on by midnight.
The motorist hit a power pole and caused a power outage in the northern part of the municipality. Genre picture. Photo: MostPhotos
The accident happened at 12.50 and an ambulance is on site to take care of the person. At 2:30 p.m., the police state that the driver, a man, has been taken to hospital by ambulance.
The accident has led to an extensive power outage in the northern part of the municipality. Around 1,600 households are currently affected and it concerns properties in Södra Vi, Djursdala and Gullringen with surrounding areas. When the power is back is unclear. At 1:45 p.m., Vimmerby Energi- och Miljö AB also announced that their electricity grid had suffered a major dip from the regional grid at 12:50 p.m.
“We currently do not know what caused this, but have requested information about this,” writes VEMAB.
There are also problems with the district heating supplies in Södra Vi and Gullringen due to the ongoing power outage.
Traffic is partially closed and has been that way since the accident occurred. Motorists are let through alternately. There is no suspicion of crime, the police announce.
Update, 4:30 p.m.:
Eon’s service technician recently discovered the error and is now working on fixing the problem. Eon has also provided a forecast for when the power may be back on and the forecast is set for midnight.