Pulaski County community worked together to clear massive fallen tree from road
A group of five neighbors
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HIWASSEE, Va. – A massive tree fell on some telephone lines on Thursday, blocking a road in Pulaski County, but neighbors didn’t waste any time and went straight to work.
The tree toppled over on Lead Mine Road in Hiwassee, pulling down lines and cutting off both lanes of traffic.
As more cars started lining up, one man grabbed a chainsaw and started cutting off branches while about four others helped drag them off the road.
People who live in the area say this happens all the time, and they’re happy to help their neighbors.
Ice takes down trees, power lines in Pulaski County
‘I’d definitely stay home if you could’
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The icy mess meant downed power lines and downed trees in Pulaski County.
The main roads were pretty clear, but side roads were covered with ice, weighing down branches and snapping tree limbs.
Power went out for about 2,500 people in Pulaski, nearly 800 by Thursday evening. Appalachian Power (AEP) had crews out all day assessing the damage and making repairs.
Although they know people are anxious to have their power restored, it’s critical that AEP assess the damage first to determine what kind of equipment and crews are needed.