Tree sags on utility lines, blocks College Hill Road
A tree is sagging on utility lines along College Hill Road, blocking the roadway from Jackson Avenue to Country Club Drive for safety reasons, according to a Facebook post.
Officials and emergency responders commonly close streets in such situations to protect motorists and pedestrians from the threat of live wires, falling branches or sudden outages. A sagging tree on power lines can cause sparks, interrupt electricity service and create a risk of fire or electrocution if the lines fail.
Utility crews and public works employees typically assess the scene, secure any hazardous wires and remove the tree before reopening the road. Motorists are advised to avoid the area and use alternate routes until crews declare the scene safe.
The closure affects the stretch of College Hill Road between Jackson Avenue and Country Club Drive. The Facebook post provided the information; no further details about the cause, timing or expected reopening were included. We will provide more information as it becomes available.
