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Duke Energy fixes Greensboro power outage affecting thousands

Officials are trying to figure out what caused the outage affecting thousands of Duke Energy customers.

GREENSBORO, N.C. — Update: Duke Energy says Power was restored at about 1:50 p.m. No word on what caused the outage, yet. 

Duke Energy says they have crews on their way to fix a large power outage in Greensboro. It was reported around 12:45 p.m. in the area of Guilford Battleground National Military Park.

Duke Energy says it was caused by something coming into contact with the power lines. But they don't have word on what that was yet. 

More than 3,500 customers don't have power as of last check. The power company estimates it will have power back up at 3:45 p.m. 

This is a developing story. Check back here for updates. 

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