Neighbors in Southwest Atlanta say overgrown trees and poorly maintained sidewalks are putting their safety at risk as they walk along Continental Colony Parkway near Greenbriar Mall.
Residents describe dodging tree limbs that hang so low they hit pedestrians in the face, navigating sidewalks that are nearly impassable, and even being forced into the busy street to avoid the hazards.
George Rose, a nearby resident, told Channel 2’s Eryn Rogers that he walks the stretch of sidewalk regularly since he no longer has a vehicle. He considers the walkway a vital link for residents accessing nearby stores. But now, Rose says, leaning rotted tree limbs pose a serious risk…