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Fallen tree blocks westbound lane on Merrimac Avenue, Chicago IL

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Near N Merrimac Ave, Chicago, IL 60630

A large tree fell on Merrimac Avenue, blocking one westbound lane and partially obstructing another. This caused traffic delays. Police are on scene to block the lane, and tree removal crews are working to clear the obstruction.

Audio|Source: Chicago Police Department Zone 01
00:58
Transcript:
00:00
Yes, there is a large tree down. It is blocking one westbound lane and then partially into the other lane as well. So if you could contact somebody and I'm going to sit here and block this lane because it's really backing up traffic.
00:17
Okay, for it. We'll notify the Department of Forestry.
00:27
All right, 11, they were notified. They are going to try to get someone out there as soon as possible.
00:38
1633, a parker for your travels. I have you clear.
00:43
Great, great, good morning, I see.
00:45
Good morning.
00:49
1111 randomly enough the tree guys are here already so they're going to work on it really quick. I'm going to stay because I have to block for us.

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Near N Merrimac Ave, Chicago, IL 60630
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