Dozens without power after truck hits lines near Southport

BRUNSWICK COUNTY, NC (WWAY) — Power was knocked out early Tuesday morning for dozens of residents near Southport.

According to the Southport Fire Department, a truck took down some power lines in the area of River and Bethel roads.

Southport FD remained on scene for a couple hours due to hazards.

Duke Energy reports power should be restored by 10 a.m. to nearly 50 customers.