Over 1,700 Chesterfield homes, businesses without electricity after power lines fall

March 26, 2026 - 03:08

A significant power outage left more than 1,700 residences and businesses in Chesterfield County in the dark on Wednesday evening. The disruption occurred after downed power lines fell directly onto Midlothian Turnpike, a major thoroughfare.

The incident caused immediate traffic complications as crews responded to secure the scene. Emergency services and utility workers were dispatched to address both the public safety hazard and the widespread electrical failure. The cause of the fallen lines is under investigation, with initial reports not indicating any severe weather in the area at the time.

Residents within the affected area experienced a sudden loss of power, impacting evening routines and business operations. Utility companies have provided estimated restoration times as repair teams work to safely remove the damaged equipment and restore service. Officials are advising the public to avoid the impacted section of Midlothian Turnpike while cleanup and repairs are underway and to treat any non-functioning traffic signals as four-way stops for safety.