Longview officials report 1,000 without power

LONGVIEW-The Longview area is experiencing widespread power outages Wednesday morning. According to our news partner KETK, SWEPCO reportsrestorations have been made for close to 5,000 customers, and work continues to get power back to another 1,000 customers. A traffic alert has been issued by the Longview Police Department in the area of WEST Marshall and Gilmer Road. Several lanes have been closed due to a power line that is down in the intersection.

The following city facilities are reported to be without power:
City Hall
Longview Public Library
Visit Longview Texas
Housing and Community Services
Longview Convention Complex
Development Services and Grant and Human Services
The Longview Police Department (Emergency Services Remain Active)
The Longview Fire Department Administration (Emergency Services Remain Active)
Longview Parks Office
Green Street Recreation Center
Human Resources and Partners in Prevention
Authorities said they would provide an update as more information becomes available.