Fallen tree causes power outage

JACKSON, Tenn. — Heavy rainfall caused some damage in one local neighborhood.

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The Jackson Fire Department was on the scene after a tree fell on Lambuth Boulevard between Westwood Avenue and Roland Avenue.

Fire officials say heavy amounts of rainfall left the ground saturated, causing the tree to fall over.

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The tree could be seen blocking the road and knocking over power lines, leaving many without power.

Jackson Energy Authority was on the scene restoring power.

 

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