Tree Falls On Highway Ramp In Southington

SOUTHINGTON, CT — A big tree fell in high winds and landed on a busy highway ramp, state transit authorities said.

The incident took place at 12:20 p.m., according to a DOT alert. The tree landed on the Exit 30 (Marion Avenue) westbound off-ramp and it had to be closed, DOT officials said.

State and local police were at both ends of the scene along with a tree crew.

The scene was cleared at about 3 p.m., according to DOT officials.

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