Downed hydro wires close busy Kitchener roadway after tree falls

Emergency services were called to Wellington Street North between Weber Street West and Ahrens Street West after reports of downed hydro lines on the roadway. (Source: @WRPSToday/X)

A stretch of Wellington Street North in Kitchener was closed Saturday afternoon after a fallen tree brought down hydro wires, prompting emergency crews to secure the area.

Emergency services were called to Wellington Street North between Weber Street West and Ahrens Street West after reports of downed hydro lines on the roadway.

Officials said a fallen tree caused the damage, bringing wires down across the busy corridor.

For safety reasons, Wellington Street North was closed in both directions while crews worked to repair the damage and clear the scene.

No injuries have been reported.

Drivers were urged to avoid the area and use alternate routes.

Officials have not provided a timeline for when the roadway will fully reopen.