I-10 closed after power lines go down

The California Highway Patrol shut down Interstate 10 between Cook Street and Jefferson Street after power lines fell on top of a truck.

CHP closed the eastbound entrance to Cook Street, Varner Road at Cook Street, and Westbound Jefferson Street.

Viewers have reported that traffic on eastbound I-10 is at a complete standstill. According to CHP, traffic is starting to flow on both side once again.

A spokesperson for the Imperial Irrigation District told News Channel 3 that 900 customers are without power in the area due to this incident.

We have a crew on the way to the scene and have reached out to IID for more information, stay with News Channel 3 for updates.