Electrical Wires, Poles Catch Fire In Queens

MYFOXNY.COM - A transformer surge in the Corona section of Queens set overhead electrical wires on fire early Tuesday morning.

The flames spread to one car as the wires landed on the vehicle.

Electric poles were on fire along 108th Street.

Fire officials say no one was hurt.

The flames were put out by 1:30 a.m.

Power was out to approximately 175 Con Ed customers.

Utility company officials say never touch downed power lines. If you see any, contact Con Ed:

1-800-75-ConEd

or call the city's information hotline at 311.