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Stephens Elementary school closed, nearby road shut down due to downed powerline, Rowlett police say

A Garland ISD official tells WFAA that Stephens Elementary School lost power after a vehicle hit a nearby powerline.
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ROWLETT, Texas — A downed powerline in Rowlett is the reason behind a few road closures and a local elementary school canceling classes on Tuesday.

According to a Garland Independent School District official, Katherine Stephens Elementary School lost power after a vehicle struck a powerline near the campus. That is the only school that's confirmed to be cancelling class for the day.

In a note sent to parents, school officials say electricity is expected to be restored around noon.

Rowlett police have been working the accident since around 2 a.m. 

Officers have shut down the westbound lanes of Miller Road between Cheyenne Drive and President George Bush Highway for the next few hours.

⚠️Traffic Alert: Rowlett PD is currently working a vehicle accident. At this time, the westbound lanes of Miller Rd,...

Posted by Rowlett Police Department on Monday, April 10, 2023

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