One Downed Tree in Old Hickory May Be Prolonging Power Outage
OLD HICKORY, Tenn. – A large downed tree is complicating efforts to restore power for thousands of customers in Old Hickory, according to reports from Nashville Electric Service (NES) and city officials. The tree is obstructing both power lines and a nearby home, creating a hazardous situation that requires immediate attention.
What We Know
- The downed tree is located on private property, making it the homeowner’s responsibility to remove it.
- NES cannot begin repairs on the affected power lines until the tree is removed.
- Metro Council member Jeff Eslick has called on the Mayor’s Office to intervene for a quicker resolution.
- Despite plans for the rental property owner to remove the tree, no action had been reported as of Wednesday night.
- Thousands of residents in the area remain without power as the situation unfolds.
What’s Still Unclear
Details are limited regarding the exact timeline for removing the tree and restoring power, as well as the specific reasons for the lack of progress from the homeowner.
What This Means
The ongoing power outage is affecting not only those in the immediate vicinity of the downed tree but also thousands of other residents serviced by NES. The delay in tree removal could extend the blackout, impacting daily life and activities in the neighborhood.
What to Watch Next
Updates are expected regarding the homeowner’s plans for tree removal and NES’s progress in restoring power to affected residents in the coming days.
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