Home All NewsBreaking NewsMassive Tree Forces Road Closure on Route 53 in Parsippany

Massive Tree Forces Road Closure on Route 53 in Parsippany

Traffic remains at a standstill as crews race to clear the hazardous tree on Rout 53.

by Breaking Local News Report

PARSIPPANY, N.J. — A significant traffic disruption unfolded Thursday as Parsippany police closed a portion of Route 53/Tabor Road due to a large tree leaning dangerously on utility lines.

The closure affects the stretch between Route 10 and Pondview Road, prompting authorities to urge drivers to seek alternate routes.

Police reported the incident through an alert on social media, citing safety concerns as the primary reason for the shutdown.

Utility crews have been notified and are working to address the situation, though no timeline for reopening the road has been provided.

No injuries or power outages have been reported in connection with the incident.

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