Tree falls on car along Jimmy Carter Blvd. near Norcross

The Brief

  • A large tree limb fell onto a vehicle on Jimmy Carter Boulevard, blocking three left lanes in both directions.
  • The incident occurred shortly after 6 p.m., and the road was expected to reopen by 7:15 p.m.
  • A severe thunderstorm warning was issued for northeastern Gwinnett County and surrounding areas shortly after the tree fell.

NORCROSS, Ga. A large tree limb fell onto a vehicle along Jimmy Carter Boulevard near Atlantic Boulevard in Norcross early Friday evening, blocking multiple lanes of traffic.

What we know:

According to the Georgia Department of Transportation, the tree came down shortly after 6 p.m., blocking three left lanes in both directions. Crews were on the scene, and the road was expected to reopen by 7:15 p.m.

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