NewsWSVN 7News – Local NewsJuly 30, 2026Miami-Dade
Public works truck fire causes power outage in Southwest Miami-Dade
A public works utility truck caught fire after its crane hit a power line in Southwest Miami-Dade, resulting in one hospitalization and a temporary power outage for 2,000 residents. Fire crews extinguished the blaze after Florida Power & Light cut electricity to the area to ensure safety.
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The incident caused a temporary power outage for approximately 2,000 residents and resulted in the hospitalization of a public works employee.
Key Facts
- A public works utility truck crane made contact with a power line, causing a fire.
- The fire spread to a second public works vehicle.
- Approximately 2,000 residents lost power during the emergency response.
- The driver of the utility truck was transported to HCA Florida Kendall Hospital.
- The driver is currently in stable condition.
- Florida Power & Light cut power to the area to allow firefighters to safely extinguish the blaze.
- The incident occurred shortly after 9 a.m. on Thursday.
- Power has been restored to all affected homes.
- An investigation into the incident is ongoing.
Who's Mentioned
personRogelio Vandamas“MDFR Battalion Chief who provided details on the fire suppression process.”locationSouthwest 103rd Place and 51st Street“Location of the incident.”organizationFlorida Power & Light“Utility company that disabled power to allow firefighters to extinguish the blaz”locationHCA Florida Kendall Hospital“Facility where the injured driver was transported.”organizationMiami-Dade Fire Rescue“Responded to the fire and provided official statements.”