PHILADELPHIA - A blown transformer has shut down Roosevelt Boulevard in both directions. The incident happened shortly before 5 a.m.
between Bayberry and Southampton Roads. Authorities are on the scene in attempt to restore power and to help navigate traffic away from the transformer.The transformer blew so powerfully that it caused a pole and several power lines to come down.This is a developing story. ___AdvertisementFor the latest local news, sports and weather, download the FOX 29 News app.DOWNLOAD: FOX 29 NEWS APPSign up for emails from FOX 29, including our daily Good Day Digest newsletter.