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Thousands lose power after car hits Sooke Road pole

About 2,100 customers in Colwood and Langford lost power after a car sheared off a power pole Saturday morning. The accident occurred about 6 a.m. on Sooke Road, near Veterans Memorial Parkway. Police, emergency services and B.C.
About 2,100 customers in Colwood and Langford lost power after a car sheared off a power pole Saturday morning.

The accident occurred about 6 a.m. on Sooke Road, near Veterans Memorial Parkway. Police, emergency services and B.C. Hydro crews responded. According to B.C. Hydro, power was restored about 8:30 a.m.

The female driver, the lone occupant in the car, was not seriously injured in the crash, police said.

West Shore RCMP said they are investigating possible charges under the Motor Vehicle Act.