SOUTH WINDSOR, Conn. — A driver was taken to the hospital after their car sheared a telephone pole on Route 5 in South Windsor.
The South Windsor Fire Department said the car was driving on Route 5 by Strong Road when it crashed around 5:45 a.m. Saturday.
After shearing the pole, the car flipped. The driver was taken to the hospital for their injuries. Their condition isn't known at this time.
Route 5 is closed in the area. Officials said there have been numerous fire alarms in the area likely due to the lack of power.
Jennifer Glatz is a digital content producer at FOX61 News. She can be reached at jglatz@fox61.com.
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