PARSIPPANY, N.J.Due to a big tree that was precariously leaning on power lines, Parsippany police stopped a section of Route 53/Tabor Road on Thursday, causing a major traffic disruption.
Authorities are advising cars to look for other routes since the section between Route 10 and Pondview Road is closed.
Police issued a social media alert about the event, stating that the shutdown was mostly due to safety concerns.
Although there is no estimated timing of when the road will reopen, utility workers have been informed and are attempting to resolve the issue.
There have been no reports of power disruptions or injuries related to the incident.
