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HAMILTON CO- A Mcleansboro man was killed after a utility pole fell on top of his truck.

The Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office responded to a call Wednesday afternoon reporting a single-vehicle accident near the intersection of the Blairsville Blacktop and Thackery Road in Mcleansboro.

Reports state that Tim Thomas, 55, was driving when strong winds knocked over several utility poles, causing one to fall on his truck.

The vehicle had become entangled in the power lines and rested in a nearby field. Thomas was pronounced dead at the scene.