Fallen tree in Boars Hill leaves residents 'stuck'

The tree fell on Bedwells Heath in Boars Hill, blocking the road and taking a power line down with it. 

Last night, a number of trees fell onto roads across the county due to high winds and stormy weather. 

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Thames Valley Police urged drivers to be "cautious", as several roads were closed while the trees were removed. 

The tree is blocking the road and has fallen on a power line

Alastair Young, who shared photographs of the tree with the Oxford Mail, said the power is 'thankfully' still working for nearby homes but "residents are stuck in the road until [the tree] can be cleared". 

Mr Young added that the electricity company, SSE, are unable to come inspect the damage caused to the power line until 4:30pm. 

A Thames Valley Police spokesperson said that an incident had not been reported to the force. 

Oxfordshire County Council, Vale of White Horse District Council and SSE have been approached for comment. 

UPDATE: A tree surgeon has now begun work to break up and remove the tree from the road. 

A tree surgeon has begun work to remove the tree

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