Three hydro poles were knocked down and a transformer caught fire following a two-vehicle crash late Saturday night in Etobicoke.
The collision, which happened shortly before 11 p.m. near Royal York and Dixon roads, also brought down live wires.
As a result, power is currently out in the surrounding area and won't likely be restored until Monday afternoon, Toronto police told CP24.
Unfortunately, due to the extensive damage, the repairs are involved & take time to complete safely. Crews are making progress; however, customers should expect to be without power throughout the day. We know it’s difficult to be without power & truly appreciate your patience.
— Toronto Hydro (@TorontoHydro) February 12, 2023
A man in his 20s was also hurt in the collision, which police said happened when two drivers were racing their vehicles. One driver reportedly lost control and hit several hydro poles and a traffic light causing significant damage.
That motorist, identified by paramedics as a man in his 20s, was been taken to a trauma centre with serious, but non-life-threatening injuries.
Police said that individul has been arrested, but no charges have been laid at this point.
Currently, Dixon Road is closed in both directions from McManus Road to Inchcliffe Crescent.
Police said the closure could last until Monday as Toronto Hydro works to repair the damage.
People are being advised to expect delays in that area and consider alternate routes.
