Part of Preston Highway closed until morning after crash brings down power lines

Jessica Bowling

January 17, 2026

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LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WAVE) — A section of Preston Highway will remain closed until Saturday morning after a traffic accident brought down power lines.

Louisville Metro Emergency Services said the closure runs between East Indian Trail and Vinewood Road.

MetroSafe confirmed to WAVE that reports of a crash came in around 5:21 p.m. Friday, Jan. 16. At least one person was taken to the hospital. Officials have not released the cause of the crash or how many vehicles were involved.

LG&E crews are on scene working to repair the damaged lines.

An estimated time for reopening has not yet been announced.

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