Crime & Safety

Crash Knocks Out Power on Kanan Dume Road In Malibu

A vehicle slamming into a pole knocked out power and phone service for dozens of Malibu homes Thursday morning.

The crash, which in involved a utility pole, was reported around 2 a.m. on Kanan Dume Road north of Pacific Coast Highway, according to reports.

Some 77 Southern California Edison customers were without power, according to SCE. Power is expected to be restored by 4 p.m.

Residents along Kanan Dume Road reported their land line phone service was also disrupted.

The crash is under investigation.


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