Power Outage in Fall River Impacts Walmart and Surrounding Businesses; Restoration Estimated by 4:15 p.m.
According to utility officials, the outage began earlier today and is affecting a section of the city that includes major retail and commercial properties. Customers arriving at Walmart reported darkened interiors and temporarily halted operations as employees worked to secure the building and assist shoppers.
The utility provider has estimated that power will be restored by approximately 4:15 p.m., though crews remain on-site assessing the cause of the outage and making necessary repairs. The disruption may be linked to equipment failure or damage to electrical infrastructure, but officials have not yet confirmed the specific cause.
Traffic signals in parts of the affected area may also be impacted, and drivers are urged to proceed with caution at intersections where lights are not functioning.
Residents and businesses are advised to monitor updates from local utility providers for any changes to the restoration timeline. Further information is expected as crews continue their work to safely restore service.
