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Louisiana State Police Captures Tree Falling From Under Weight of Ice in North Louisiana
Dash cam footage from Louisiana State Police shows ice accumulation causing trees to fall in Natchitoches Parish, creating dangerous road conditions during winter weather.
- A dash-cam recorded by a Louisiana State Police trooper captured a tree collapsing in Natchitoches Parish under ice weight during the ongoing winter weather event.
- Officials say freezing rain and cold temperatures have weighed down trees and power lines in North Louisiana, causing them to snap or fall with little warning.
- Troopers warn freezing rain and wind can quickly make Louisiana roads deadly and are urging motorists to avoid travel if possible while troopers' partner agencies actively respond to downed trees and lines.
- Motorists face blocked roads and safety risks as downed trees and power lines can block traffic and damage vehicles; officials advise staying home and using the 511 system and Louisiana 511 mobile app for updates.
- Troopers and partner agencies continue to monitor conditions and respond as the Louisiana State Police shared dash-cam footage urging the public to follow agency updates.
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Icy tree falls across north Louisiana road
NATITOCHES PARISH - A State Trooper's dashcam caught the moments a tree, weighed down by ice, crashed across a north Louisiana roadway on Sunday. State Police said the tree fell in Natchitoches Parish, but also shared photos from branches across the road in Rapides and images from Ouachita Parish, where the ground was covered in ice and snow. "Motorists are strongly encouraged to avoid travel in affected areas if possible. If you do not need to …
·Baton Rouge, United States
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