US-1 in Melbourne reopened shortly after 6 a.m. Thursday after a construction crew struck power lines around 2:30 a.m. at University Boulevard. The incident forced the closure of southbound lanes at WH Jackson Street, disrupting traffic early in the morning. Florida Power & Light reported no power outages in the area by Thursday morning despite the accident. A WFTV crew on scene confirmed all lanes of the highway were open by 6:15 a.m. The closure occurred on June 11, 2026, according to local officials. No injuries were reported, and crews worked quickly to clear the debris and restore traffic flow. The incident highlights the challenges of construction near utility lines in a densely developed part of the city. Local residents and commuters were advised to exercise caution in the area as crews completed final inspections. The Florida Department of Transportation said the repair work was completed ahead of schedule. The incident is under investigation to determine the cause of the collision with the power lines.