Hanover, VA – Drivers in Hanover County are facing delays this morning after Blunts Bridge Road was shut down due to a downed tree and ongoing power company work between Independence Road and Old Ridge Road.
According to the Hanover County Sheriff’s Office, the roadway is fully closed as crews work to clear debris and address utility hazards in the area. The sheriff’s office reported the closure shortly before 9 a.m. Wednesday, noting that there is currently no estimated time for reopening.
Authorities are urging drivers to plan ahead, leave extra travel time, and detour around the closure using alternate routes. Officials also warned motorists to use caution, as crews and equipment remain on scene throughout the day.
The closure impacts local traffic near rural northern Hanover County, a commonly used corridor for commuters traveling toward Ashland and surrounding communities. No injuries have been reported, and the sheriff’s office did not specify whether weather conditions contributed to the falling tree.
The Hanover County Sheriff’s Office said updates will be released as soon as additional information becomes available. Drivers who live or travel through the Blunts Bridge Road area are encouraged to monitor official county channels for real-time notifications.
Residents who were near the closure at the time of the incident are invited to share what they observed as cleanup continues.
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