UPDATE: Downed Tree Forces Flower Avenue Road Closure

Update, 6:45 p.m.: Flower Avenue between Cherry and Garland avenues is now open to traffic. Proceed with caution as downed wires have been secured up off the ground, however, they are hanging somewhat low across the street. There is enough clearance for a standard vehicle to pass under the wires.

Update, April 17, 7:45 a.m.: Flower Avenue between Cherry and Garland avenues remains closed due to a downed tree in the 7200 block of Flower Avenue.

The tree fell Saturday night as a result of high winds and rain from yesterday's intense weather system that resulted in alerts issued around the region about the potential of severe thunderstorms and tornadoes. 

It is not known at this time when the tree will be removed.

Patch will continue to update this story.

Original post, April 16, 9 p.m.: A downed tree across the roadway adjacent to the 7200 block of Flower Avenue has damaged power lines and forced a road closure, according to Takoma Park police.

Pending it's removal, traffic is currently being detoured on Flower Avenue south to Jackson Avenue. Traffic north on Flower Avenue will be redirected to Garland Avenue or Sligo Creek Parkway.

Pepco is on the scene, police said.

The city arborist and public director have been notified to remove the tree from the roadway.