A person is dead and two others are hospitalized after an electrical hazard incident in Pinellas County.
Deputies responded to an electrical hazard call just before 2 p.m. in the area of Park Boulevard North and 85th Lane in Seminole.
The sheriff’s office confirmed that one person died, and two others were taken to the hospital, where their condition is currently unknown.
In a statement, a Duke Energy spokesperson confirmed that those involved are contractors with the company:
“We are saddened by the tragic incident that happened today in Pinellas County involving Duke Energy contractors,” the statement read. “Our hearts go out to them, their family, communities and co-workers. The safety of our employees, contractors and customers is the highest priority at Duke Energy.”
Duke Energy also confirmed there are around 14,000 customers without power in the area following the incident. Crews are currently working to restore it.
No other information was immediately available.
This is a developing story.
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Source: wtsp
