Fallen Tree Blocks Major Intersection in Wilmington Area

Monday, February 23, 2026 at 5:46 PM

A downed tree has forced authorities to shut down Silverside Road at its intersection with Sweetbriar Road. DelDOT is working to clear the obstruction and reopen the roadway to traffic.

A fallen tree has forced the closure of a busy intersection in the Wilmington area, according to Delaware Department of Transportation officials.

The roadway blockage occurred at the intersection of Silverside Road and Sweetbriar Road, where a tree has come down across the travel lanes. DelDOT crews are currently on scene working to remove the obstruction and restore normal traffic flow.

Motorists are advised to seek alternate routes while cleanup efforts continue. The department has not provided an estimated time for when the intersection will reopen to vehicle traffic.

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