Fallen Tree Blocks Lawton Lane in Both Directions

Thursday, February 26, 2026 at 2:45 AM

A downed tree and electrical wires have forced authorities to shut down Lawton Lane completely. The closure affects traffic between White Tail Lane and the Taylor Lane/Sister Lane intersection.

Delaware transportation officials have shut down a section of Lawton Lane after a tree fell across the roadway, bringing down power lines with it.

The complete road closure affects both directions of travel on Lawton Lane between White Tail Lane and the intersection of Taylor Lane and Sister Lane.

Motorists are advised to find alternate routes while crews work to clear the fallen tree and address the downed electrical wires. No timeline has been provided for when the roadway will reopen to traffic.

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