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Algonquin Boulevard temporarily closed from Preston to Theriault

Truck takes down a utility pole and wires
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Wires lay across an IMS truck on Algonquin Boulevard near Rea Street on Tuesday evening. Maija Hoggett/TimminsToday

Traffic is currently being rerouted around Algonquin Boulevard East between Preston Street and Theriault Boulevard.

An IMS truck is tangled in downed wires at Rea Street North and a utility pole appears to have broken off.

The duration of the road closure is unknown but the public is advised to avoid the area at this time.