SEVERAL roads across Somerset are blocked due to falling trees.
Storm Henk brought heavy rain and strong winds to the county which has now been affected by several road closures.
Somerset Council has shared a list of road closures currently in place due to falling trees.
Storm Henk update 1/2 - a number of roads are blocked due to falling trees - crews on their way:
— Travel Somerset (@TravelSomerset) January 2, 2024
⛔️A396 Cutcombe Hill Timberscombe (below)
⛔️East Chinnock Rd
⛔️Bearley Ln, Tintinhull
⛔️Ford St, Wellington
🟠Minehead Rd/Fitzroy Rd, Norton Manor Camp, tree about to fall. pic.twitter.com/EUg1neoxW4
The council's team is on its way to clear the roads affected.
Storm Henk update 2/2 - a number of trees either down or precarious with teams on their way:
— Travel Somerset (@TravelSomerset) January 2, 2024
⛔️ Claremont Drive Taunton (below)
🟠 Cathole Bridge Rd, Crewkerne - tree leaning into road. pic.twitter.com/u4ExvV7Dpe
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