Transformer Fire Blamed For Power Outage In Pitcairn

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PITCAIRN, Pa. (KDKA) --- A transformer fire knocked out power to the entire Borough of Pitcairn, according to police.

Pitcairn Police said the fire happened before 10 p.m. Wednesday night near Haymaker Village in Monroeville.

A KDKA-TV viewer shared a video which shows a utility pole on fire before an explosion.

A Duquesne Light crew was seen making repairs in the area early Thursday morning. It appeared service to most of Pitcairn had been restored.

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