Drivers in Collierville were told Thursday night to steer clear of Main Street just south of the Town Square after a utility pole toppled, dropping live power lines across the roadway, cutting off traffic and forcing first responders to lock down the scene. Collierville Fire & Rescue and police converged on the area while utility crews worked to secure the lines and stabilize the pole, and at least one nearby crossing was shut down as a precaution.
The Town of Collierville said on Facebook that Main Street was blocked by the fallen utility pole and that Mt. Pleasant at the railroad tracks would stay closed because power lines were stretched across the roadway. The post noted that MLGW and other service providers were handling repairs and that there was still no estimated time for restoration. Collierville Police urged drivers to use alternate routes and keep away from the area until crews finish securing the roadway.
Closures, Detours And Downtown Slowdowns
The closure is expected to slow traffic around the Town Square through the evening and could put a dent in downtown foot traffic for nearby businesses and events that usually draw visitors. Earlier in the week, Action News 5 reported a downed tree that blocked westbound lanes on Poplar Avenue in Collierville, a reminder that recent storms and mishaps have been stacking up into a run of street blockages around town. Officials are asking drivers to plan detours in advance and to follow directions from personnel working the scene.
Safety Reminders And What Happens Next
MLGW urges residents to assume any downed line is live and to keep their distance. “If a power line falls on your car, do not get out,” the utility advises in its storm preparedness guidance, which instructs people to call emergency services or MLGW’s emergency number if they encounter downed wires and to wait until crews declare the scene safe. For updates on outages and restoration, residents can check the town’s alerts on the municipal website or MLGW’s outage map.
No estimate for repairs has been released by officials. This story will be updated if the town or utility providers release new information on reopening times or repair progress.
