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Covington Commuters Detour as Crews Remove Hazardous Tree from Shelton Park

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Published on October 15, 2025
Covington Commuters Detour as Crews Remove Hazardous Tree from Shelton ParkSource: Facebook/ Covington Tennessee Police Department

Commuters in Covington, Tennessee faced a slight disruption this morning as work crews took to Shelton Park, undertaking the task of removing a tree that posed a traffic hazard. The Covington Tennessee Police Department alerted the public via social media, advising that Church Street would temporarily be closed between Hwy 51 and A. College Street. Traffic, as well as daily routines, were expected to detour around the heart of this small city until noon.

In the advisory posted on their Facebook page, the Covington PD stated, "Work crews have closed Church Street between Hwy 51 and A. College Street. Crews will be removing a tree from Shelton Park and estimate the closure until noon." Residents and visitors alike were thanked in advance for their cooperation as the crews worked to ensure the safety and integrity of the area's thoroughfares.

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