Newtown Pike lanes back open in both directions after truck hits wire
Jun 17, 2026
UPDATE: June 17 at 3 p.m.Lexwrecks reported that Newtown Pike at Nandino Blvd is back open in both directions.There will be brief closures through the day as repairs progress, Lexwrecks added.Original Story:A truck reportedly st
ruck a low-hanging wire on Newtown Pike at Citation in Lexington, causing power outages in the area and prompting road closures, according to Lexington police.Outbound Newtown Pike is closed at New Circle Road while inbound Newtown Pike is closed at Citation. Traffic is being diverted onto Citation Pike.No injuries have been reported.This is a developing story and LEX News will have additional information as it becomes available.
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