Downed trees close two island roads Tuesday

Fallen trees and downed wires forced the city to close portions of Sunrise Drive and North Madison Avenue Tuesday. As of 1:45 p.m.:

• Sunrise Drive was closed between Roberts Road and Winther Road.

• North Madison Avenue was closed between Lovgren Road and Valley Road.

The National Weather Service is forecasting wind gusts topping 20 mph to continue through Wednesday.

Check back here for updates throughout the day.

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